Hutchinson city, Minnesota
Hutchinson city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hutchinson city is a geographic entity located in McLeod County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,655. The land area covers 8.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 14,655 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,487 | ±242 | 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 | 6,778 | ±228 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,487 | ±242 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 291 | ±157 |
| Median Home Value | $229,600 | ±$11,470 |
| Median Gross Rent | $940 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,836 | ±$6,151 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,845 | ±$5,576 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,779 | ±366 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,397 | ±363 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.3% | ±2.2% |
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: 14,708 (2024)
ID: 167538
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
111 HASSAN ST SE, HUTCHINSON MN 55350-2522
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GUS Population: 36,780 (2024)
ID: 167367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTANT
2391 HENNEPIN AVE N, GLENCOE MN 55336-5031
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COKATO, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | DASSEL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | COKATO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | COKATO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COKATO, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLENCOE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GLENCOE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HUTCHINSON, 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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HUTCHINSON HEALTH
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Hospital | City address association | 1095 HIGHWAY 15 SOUTH, HUTCHINSON, MN, 55350 |
(320) 234-5000
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HUTCHINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 50 HASSAN STREET SE, HUTCHINSON, MN, 55350 |
(320) 587-2368
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BROWNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 335 3RD STREET SOUTH, BROWNTON, MN, 55312 |
(320) 328-5900
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GLENCOE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 1107 11TH STREET E, SUITE 207, GLENCOE, MN, 55336 |
(320) 864-3919
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DASSEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 460 THIRD ST. N., DASSEL, MN, 55325 |
(320) 275-3756
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COSMOS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 230 MILKY WAY STREET S, COSMOS, MN, 56228 |
(320) 440-1012
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COKATO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 175 4TH STREET WEST, COKATO, MN, 55321 |
(320) 286-5760
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WINSTED PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 180 MAIN AVENUE W, WINSTED, MN, 55395 |
(320) 485-3909
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LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 216 MARSHALL AVENUE NORTH, LITCHFIELD, MN, 55355 |
(320) 693-2483
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HOWARD LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 817 8TH AVE, HOWARD LAKE, MN, 55349 |
(320) 543-2020
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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 HUTCHINSON 1 N, MN US, located 1.7 miles from Hutchinson city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.8° | 5.0° | 13.4° | 0.59" | — |
| February | 26.5° | 9.3° | 17.9° | 0.65" | — |
| March | 40.3° | 23.4° | 31.8° | 1.33" | — |
| April | 55.8° | 35.5° | 45.6° | 2.16" | — |
| May | 69.0° | 48.4° | 58.7° | 3.96" | — |
| June | 78.6° | 58.9° | 68.8° | 4.51" | — |
| July | 82.7° | 62.6° | 72.7° | 3.90" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 59.7° | 70.2° | 4.78" | — |
| September | 73.6° | 51.5° | 62.5° | 3.02" | — |
| October | 58.4° | 38.1° | 48.3° | 2.53" | — |
| November | 40.5° | 24.8° | 32.7° | 1.46" | — |
| December | 27.4° | 12.0° | 19.7° | 0.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Biscay city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Cedar Mills city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Silver Lake city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Brownton city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Stewart city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2708530644. • 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.