Approximately half of Minnesota’s 5.64 million residents are female. As heads of households, homeowners, and members of the workforce, women contribute to the strength of Minnesota’s families, communities, and economy. But data shows women still lag behind men in median income. We track demographic and disparities data by sex to better understand key indicators of quality of life and equity for all of Minnesota’s residents.
Fast facts
2.9 million females
About 50% of the state’s population identify as female.
50
%
78% of women are working
More than three-quarters of Minnesota's working-age females are employed, up from 73% in 2010.
78
%
Proportion working by gender
More than 1 in 10 females live below poverty
10% of Minnesota females live below poverty, more than a percentage point higher than the poverty rate among males.
10
%
Poverty by gender
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2.9 million males
About 50% of the state’s population identify as male.
50
%
81% of men are working
More than 4 in 5 Minnesota working-age males are employed, up from 75% in 2010.
81
%
Proportion working by gender.
More than 1 in 12 males live below poverty
9% of Minnesota males live below poverty, more than a percentage point lower than the poverty rate among females.
9
%
