Living in Steele County, Minnesota

Steele County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 36,755. The main communities are Owatonna, Blooming Prairie, Medford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,025/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $273K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 27°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Steele County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.