Saint Paul, MN
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 26,221 | 8.5% |
| 25 to 29 years | 28,688 | 9.3% |
| 30 to 34 years | 27,553 | 9.0% |
| 35 to 39 years | 21,823 | 7.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 18,447 | 6.0% |
| 45 to 49 years | 18,613 | 6.0% |
| 50 to 54 years | 16,981 | 5.5% |
| 55 to 59 years | 17,679 | 5.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15,043 | 4.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 12,509 | 4.1% |
| 70 to 74 years | 8,176 | 2.7% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5,072 | 1.6% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,174 | 1.0% |
| 85+ years | 4,328 | 1.4% |
The median age in Saint Paul is 32.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 173,556 | 56.4% |
| Black or African American | 45,362 | 14.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 3,217 | 1.0% |
| Asian | 59,746 | 19.4% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 86 | 0.0% |
| Other | 8,613 | 2.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 14,594 | 7.4% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 9,909 | 5.0% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 39,738 | 20.1% |
| Some college, no degree | 33,285 | 16.8% |
| Associate’s degree | 16,240 | 8.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 49,640 | 25.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 34,680 | 17.5% |
| High school graduate or higher | 173,583 | 87.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 84,320 | 42.6% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 113,766 | 57.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.7% |
Median household income: $59,033
Mean household income: $84,719
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $25,494 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $30,167 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $34,258 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $50,327 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $69,285 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 244,663 | NA |
| Never married | 114,247 | 46.7% |
| Now married (except separated) | 88,801 | 36.3% |
| Separated | 3,979 | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8,774 | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 28,862 | 11.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 57,979 | 19.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 56,260 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 56,739 |
| Single-family detached units | 59,250 |
| Homeownership rate | 49.8% |
| Vacancy rate | 5.8% |
| Renters rate | 50.2% |
| Average housing value | $239,262 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $18 |
| Average rent | $896 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTCS IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Average income | $77,516 |
| Average household size | 2.6 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 70.3% |
| Percent disabled | 11.9% |
| Percent with health coverage | 93.2% |
| Average travel time to work | 24 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 9.5% |
| Percent veterans | 4.3% |
| Percent foreign born | 19.7% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.9% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $68,613.71 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $544.62 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $317.85 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $96.40 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $48.61 |
| Apparel & services | $2,028.20 |
| Men’s apparel | $395.70 |
| Women’s apparel | $673.15 |
| Children’s apparel | $305.44 |
| Boys’ apparel | $103.87 |
| Girls’ apparel | $114.05 |
| Footwear | $467.06 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,445.87 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $354.00 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,062.12 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,604.28 |
| Education | $1,454.50 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,925.11 |
| Club membership fees | $214.42 |
| Dating services | $0.83 |
| Pet food | $225.19 |
| Pet services | $57.76 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,831.37 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $633.22 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $494.80 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $952.44 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,077.03 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $471.46 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,673.88 |
| Health care | $5,199.66 |
| Medical services | $963.15 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $128.08 |
| Household Services | $1,844.52 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $63.60 |
| Lawn and garden services | $371.03 |
| Housekeeping services | $151.87 |
| PC repair | $6.33 |
| Housing | $22,027.33 |
| Home improvements | $2,132.53 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,431.75 |
| Phone services | $1,649.13 |
| Water | $629.96 |
| Life and other insurance | $376.21 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,261.39 |
| Personal care products and services | $816.37 |
| Hair care products | $100.41 |
| Personal care products | $345.08 |
| Local transportation | $7,841.86 |
| Gasoline | $2,052.78 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,079.11 |
| Travel | $1,984.00 |
| Airline fares | $499.18 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $24.08 |
| Lodging on trips | $530.84 |
| Food and drink on trips | $482.10 |
| Entertainment on trips | $166.25 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN RAMSEY COUNTY (home to SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA)
| % with any debt in collections | 20% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,366 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 3% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $396 |
| % with student loan debt | 22% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,792 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $198 |
| % with auto debt | 28% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey 2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 5,441 | 3.4% |
| February 2019 | 5,019 | 3.2% |
| March 2019 | 5,233 | 3.3% |
| April 2019 | 4,370 | 2.8% |
| May 2019 | 4,416 | 2.8% |
| June 2019 | 5,452 | 3.4% |
| July 2019 | 5,321 | 3.3% |
| August 2019 | 5,315 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 4,587 | 2.9% |
| October 2019 | 4,624 | 2.9% |
| November 2019 | 4,441 | 2.8% |
| December 2019 | 4,665 | 2.9% |
| January 2020 | 4,641 | 2.9% |
| February 2020 | 4,696 | 2.9% |
| March 2020 | 5,011 | 3.1% |
| April 2020 | 15,690 | 9.9% |
| May 2020 | 18, | 11.6% |
| June 2020 | 18,508 | 11.2% |
| July 2020 | 16,621 | 10.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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