Housing & Social Wellbeing
Demo DataHousing stability, social connectedness, and community engagement for Lao Minnesotans. Low homeownership (42% vs. 72% state), high cost burden, and elder isolation reflect compounding disadvantages across economic and social domains.
42%
Homeownership
vs 72% state
48%
Cost Burden
1.7x state avg
62
Elder Isolation
vs 25 state (index)
68%
Internet Access
vs 90% state
Source: Census ACS 2020-2024, MN Housing Finance Agency, Community Survey 2025
Housing Indicators Comparison
Overcrowding rates are 6× the state average, reflecting both economic constraints and multigenerational living patterns rooted in Lao cultural values.
Source: Census ACS 2020-2024, MN Housing Finance Agency · Lao Community Data Portal
Housing Stability Trends
2018–2025
Source: Census ACS 2018-2024, Community Survey 2025
Social Connectedness Trends
2018–2025
Source: MDH Community Health Survey, FCC Broadband Data 2018-2025
Housing Type Distribution
Lao households are concentrated in apartments (38% vs. 28% state) with lower single-family occupancy, reflecting affordability barriers and settlement patterns.
Source: Census ACS 2020-2024, MN Housing Finance Agency