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Anoka, Minnesota Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Anoka, Minnesota is 17,941 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $75,262, the median home value is $292,900, and the median age is 40.0.

The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (17,161 → 18,068).

17,941

Population

2691

People / sq mi

$75,262

Median Income

$292,900

Median Home Value

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Anoka covers 6.7 sq mi of land at 2691 people per square mile.

About Anoka, MN

Homeownership is the standout figure in Anoka: 57.3% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 17,941 residents, Anoka is a city in Minnesota.

The typical household here earns about $75,262, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.5%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $292,900, with typical rent around $1,200.

Roughly 27.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Anoka city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Anoka city had a population of 17,161 in 2010 and 18,068 in 2024, a 5.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,068 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.

2024 · 18K20102024
Anoka city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

18,068

Population (2024)

17,161

Population (2010)

18,068

Peak (2024)

0.37%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201017,161
201117,176
201217,261
201317,265
201417,301
201517,358
201617,403
201717,469
201817,527
201917,549
202017,902
202117,947
202218,004
202318,011
202418,068

Race & Ethnicity

White77.0%
Black or African American8.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$75,262

Median Household Income

$39,681

Per Capita Income

5.5%

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$292,900

Median Home Value

$1,200

Median Rent

57.3%

Owner-Occupied

Education

93.7%

High School+

27.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.5%

Drive Alone

77.4%

Public Transit

10.2%

Work From Home

25.1 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

20.0%

Foreign Born

88.2%

Non-English at Home

6.6%

Veterans

15.3%

With Disability

95.8%

Health Insurance

95.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.0%
Manufacturing17.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate13.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services6.5%
Construction6.1%
Information5.3%
Retail Trade5.1%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.0%
Public Administration2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing1.5%
Agriculture & Mining0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Anoka, Minnesota has a population of 17,941 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in Minnesota.

The median household income in Anoka, Minnesota is $75,262, with 5.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Anoka, Minnesota is $292,900, with median monthly rent at $1,200 and a homeownership rate of 57.3%.

The median age in Anoka, Minnesota is 40.0 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (17,161 → 18,068).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.