Total Population
17,196
Population
Growth Rate
1.68%
Median Age
40
Diversity Index
30.900
Source: ESRI, 2025-10-16
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
6,579
Total Housing Units
6,777
Owner Occupied
5,889
Renter Occupied
690
Vacant
198
Median Home Value
$487,530
Average Home Value
$523,109
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.32%
Income Projection
Median Household
$118,100 $135,641
Average Household
$153,220 $170,244
Per Capita
$58,644 $65,776
Source: ESRI, 2025-10-16
Workforce
Total Businesses
316
Total Employed
3,446
Workers 16+
9,183
2025 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
23
Employed
708
2025 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
44
Employed
651
2025 Construction Businesses
Businesses
63
Employed
600
2025 Building Matl / Garden Equip
Businesses
10
Employed
469
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
29
Employed
377
2025 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
44
Employed
222
Some
High School
137
Graduated
High School
2,110
Associates
Degree
1,706
Bachelor's
Degree
2,963
Graduate
Degree
2,268
Average Commute Time
26 min.
Resident Commuters
3,275
Non-Resident Commuters
5,725
Drive Alone
7,273
Carpooled
358
Public
0
Work At Home
1,465
Source: ESRI, 2025-10-16
