Economy & Jobs — Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $66,911 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$73,900 |
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| Per Capita Income | $37,186 |
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| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,840 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 25.3% |
| Manufacturing | 19.5% |
| Agriculture | 11.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 22 |
| Insurance Agencies | 21 |
| Fast Food | 18 |
| Commercial Banks | 14 |
| Auto Repair | 13 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Bars | 11 |
| Law Offices | 9 |
| Accounting Firms | 9 |
| Chiropractors | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 7 |
| Beauty Salons | 7 |
| Dental Offices | 7 |
| Home Health | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 7 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
