Hastings city, Minnesota
Hastings city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hastings city is a geographic entity located in Dakota County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,561. The land area covers 10.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 22,561 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,985 | ±309 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,302 | ±354 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,985 | ±309 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 317 | ±144 |
| Median Home Value | $322,400 | ±$12,046 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,183 | ±$74 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,998 | ±$5,229 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,593 | ±$2,075 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,179 | ±276 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,555 | ±416 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±0.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 22,502 (2024)
ID: 194570
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
101 4TH ST E, HASTINGS MN 55033-1955
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GUS Population: 453,156 (2024)
ID: 106725
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF PLANNING AND ANALYSIS DIRE
1590 HIGHWAY 55, HASTINGS MN 55033-2372
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | SOUTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ROSEMOUNT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HASTINGS, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hastings Beauty School
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College Vocational | 1.0 mi away | 221 Second Street East, Hastings, MN, 55033 |
6514371225
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HASTINGS: PLEASANT HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1490 FRONTAGE ROAD, HASTINGS, MN, 55033 |
(651) 438-0200
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Dakota County Technical College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 1300 145th Street East, Rosemount, MN, 55068-2999 |
6514238301
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PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 800 BORNER ST. N., PRESCOTT, WI, 54021 |
(715) 262-5555
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Inver Hills Community College
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College | 12.0 mi away | 2500 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076-3224 |
6514503000
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PARK GROVE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 7900 HEMINGWAY AVE S, COTTAGE GROVE, MN, 55016 |
(651) 459-2040
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University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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College | 14.2 mi away | 410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI, 54022-5001 |
7154253911
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INVER GROVE HEIGHTS: INVER GLEN LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 8098 BLAINE AVENUE, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN, 55076 |
(651) 554-6840
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury
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College Vocational | 14.7 mi away | 1750 WEIR DRIVE, WOODBURY, MN, 55125 |
6513331410
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ROSEMOUNT: ROBERT TRAIL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 14395 S. ROBERT TRAIL, ROSEMOUNT, MN, 55068 |
(651) 480-1200
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HASTINGS DAM 2, MN US, located 2.2 miles from Hastings city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.1° | 5.7° | 14.9° | 0.90" | — |
| February | 29.0° | 8.7° | 18.8° | 0.91" | — |
| March | 41.1° | 21.8° | 31.4° | 1.78" | — |
| April | 56.4° | 35.7° | 46.1° | 3.10" | — |
| May | 68.6° | 47.8° | 58.2° | 4.33" | — |
| June | 78.8° | 58.6° | 68.7° | 4.94" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 63.3° | 73.1° | 4.37" | — |
| August | 80.9° | 61.3° | 71.1° | 4.23" | — |
| September | 73.4° | 53.1° | 63.2° | 3.21" | — |
| October | 59.4° | 40.0° | 49.7° | 2.61" | — |
| November | 43.0° | 26.6° | 34.8° | 1.72" | — |
| December | 29.7° | 13.7° | 21.7° | 1.23" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings city | City | 0.1 mi | — |
| Prescott city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Cottage Grove city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Vermillion city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Coates city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Miesville city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2703727530. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.