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Population Review

Chanhassen, Minnesota Population 2026

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

The population of Chanhassen, Minnesota is 26,001 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 42nd-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $138,034, the median home value is $530,700, and the median age is 40.9.

The population has grown 11.9% since 2010 (23,012 → 25,746).

26,001

Population

1277

People / sq mi

$138,034

Median Income

$530,700

Median Home Value

Chanhassen covers 20.4 sq mi of land at 1277 people per square mile.

About Chanhassen, MN

Chanhassen is a city in Minnesota with a population of 26,001. It ranks #42 among cities in Minnesota by population. The median age is 40.9, older than the national median. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

The median household income in Chanhassen is $138,034, above the US median of $74,580. 2.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $530,700, with monthly rent averaging $1,749. The homeownership rate of 84.4% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Chanhassen reflects 64.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 26.9% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 22.1 minutes each way.

Chanhassen city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Chanhassen city had a population of 23,012 in 2010 and 25,746 in 2024, a 11.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,389 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.81%.

2019 · 26K20102024

25,746

Population (2024)

23,012

Population (2010)

26,389

Peak (2019)

0.81%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201023,012
201123,405
201223,846
201324,407
201424,892
201525,212
201625,453
201725,562
201825,672
201926,389
202025,982
202126,079
202226,262
202325,964
202425,746

Race & Ethnicity

White84.3%
Black or African American1.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$138,034

Median Household Income

$71,799

Per Capita Income

2.1%

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$530,700

Median Home Value

$1,749

Median Rent

84.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

98.1%

High School+

64.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.5%

Drive Alone

65.5%

Public Transit

26.9%

Work From Home

22.1 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

31.7%

Foreign Born

89.6%

Non-English at Home

3.8%

Veterans

6.6%

With Disability

98.2%

Health Insurance

99.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management18.6%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate17.4%
Manufacturing15.6%
Information11.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.8%
Construction3.5%
Retail Trade2.8%
Transportation & Warehousing2.6%
Public Administration1.9%
Agriculture & Mining1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Chanhassen, Minnesota has a population of 26,001 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 42nd-largest city in Minnesota.

The median household income in Chanhassen, Minnesota is $138,034, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Chanhassen, Minnesota is $530,700, with median monthly rent at $1,749 and a homeownership rate of 84.4%.

The median age in Chanhassen, Minnesota is 40.9 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

The population has grown 11.9% since 2010 (23,012 → 25,746).

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

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