Total Population
17,656
Population
Growth Rate
1.55%
Median Age
40
Diversity Index
31.900
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Hugo
The City of Hugo is a growing community located northeast of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. With a pleasant blend of rural and suburban landscapes and an abundance of natural resources, Hugo has seen rapid growth in recent years that has led to an emerging retail and commercial market, bringing many new businesses and services to the community. Industrial businesses continue to locate and expand within the City’s industrial parks, adding new jobs to the community. With low tax rates and knowledgeable staff willing to help, residents and business owners who locate here can find what they are looking for.
Visit the City’s website to learn more about Hugo and why it is a great place for community development!
Population
Housing & Income
Households
6,769
Total Housing Units
7,030
Owner Occupied
6,075
Renter Occupied
694
Vacant
261
Median Home Value
$490,500
Average Home Value
$529,272
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.90%
Income Projection
Median Household
$119,407 $136,359
Average Household
$162,622 $186,016
Per Capita
$62,458 $72,070
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Workforce
Total Businesses
317
Total Employed
3,406
Workers 16+
9,121
2026 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
23
Employed
685
2026 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
44
Employed
666
2026 Construction Businesses
Businesses
62
Employed
610
2026 Building Matl / Garden Equip
Businesses
9
Employed
468
2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
28
Employed
291
2026 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
46
Employed
238
Some
High School
156
Graduated
High School
2,236
Associates
Degree
1,637
Bachelor's
Degree
3,308
Graduate
Degree
2,274
Average Commute Time
27 min.
Resident Commuters
3,517
Non-Resident Commuters
5,417
Drive Alone
7,151
Carpooled
279
Public
1
Work At Home
1,631
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
