Apple Valley, MN Local Data & Statistics

State: MN

Total population: 55,679 Household income: $97,673 Rent: $1,738

Overview

Total population

55,679

Rent

$1,738

Year built

1990

Household income

$97,673

Per capita income

$50,382

Poverty rate

Unemployment rate

2.1%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

51.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Minnesota

Total population

55,679

Adults over 25

37,744

Total households

21,627

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$97,673

Per capita income

$50,382

Poverty rate

Unemployment rate

2.1%

Rent over 30% of income

51.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,738

Year built

1990

Households that rent

26.6%

Households that own

73.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

68.6%

Black

11.1%

Asian

Two or more races

10.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

Not Hispanic or Latino

93%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

77.6%

Commute time to work

25 mins

Work from home

22.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

22.1%

High school graduate or GED

19.4%

Some college or associate degree

12.6%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

45.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Apple Valley, MN with: Minnesota United States

Apple Valley, MN

Total population55,679

Rent$1,738

Year built1990

Household income$97,673

Per capita income$50,382

Poverty rate6%

Unemployment rate2.1%

Minnesota State

Total population5,739,445

Rent$1,280

Year built1979

Household income$89,062

Per capita income$48,237

Poverty rate9.3%

Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityApple Valley, MN	StateMinnesota	CountryUnited States
Total population	55,679	5,739,445	334,922,499
Rent	$1,738	$1,280	$1,413
Year built	1990	1979	1980
Household income	$97,673	$89,062	$80,734
Per capita income	$50,382	$48,237	$44,673
Poverty rate	6%	9.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.1%	3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Apple Valley, MN, Minnesota and United States →

Summary for Apple Valley, MN

Apple Valley is located in Minnesota.

Rent & Income

In Apple Valley, the typical monthly rent is $1,738 and the typical household income is $97,673. Rent here is higher than in both Minnesota and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 6%, which is lower than in both Minnesota and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 26.6% of households. About 51.5% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 45.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is lower than both Minnesota and the national rate.

Apple Valley, MN — Rent vs Household Income

Apple Valley, MN — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Apple Valley, MN compares in Minnesota (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,738	12 / 19	from lower rent	$1,003 – $1,908
Household income	$97,673	10 / 19	from higher income	$61,374 – $139,041
Poverty rate	6%	9 / 19	from lower poverty	2.9% – 20.2%
Unemployment rate	2.1%	9 / 19	from lower unemployment	1.8% – 3.1%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Minnesota with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Apple Valley, MN

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Apple Valley places 12th among 19 large places in Minnesota. Across the state, rents run from $1,003 in St. Cloud, MN up to $1,908 in Woodbury, MN.

Household income

Looking at household income, Apple Valley places 10th out of 19 significant areas. Incomes across Minnesota range between $61,374 in St. Cloud, MN and $139,041 in Lakeville, MN.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Apple Valley in 9th place among 19 significant areas. Across Minnesota, poverty ranges between 2.9% and 20.2%.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Apple Valley ranks 9th out of 19 significant areas. Across Minnesota, unemployment varies from 1.8% in Woodbury, MN to 3.1% in St. Cloud, MN.

💰 Rent in Apple Valley, MN (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,738 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Apple Valley, MN

Annual Household Income: $97,673

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Apple Valley, MN

Estimated Rate: 6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Apple Valley, MN

In Apple Valley, MN, households that rent: 5,747 (26.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	5,747	26.6%
Owner-Occupied	15,880	73.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Apple Valley, MN

In Apple Valley, MN, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,960 (51.5%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	2,960	51.5%
Other renter households	2,787	48.5%
Total renter households	5,747	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Apple Valley, MN

Less than High School: 8,323 people (22.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 7,332 people (19.4%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,769 people (12.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 17,320 people (45.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 37,744

📊 Unemployment Rate in Apple Valley, MN

Estimated Rate: 2.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.