Chaska, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Chaska, Minnesota is 28,146 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $110,000, the median home value is $379,400, and the median age is 37.6.
The population has grown 26.1% since 2010 (23,925 → 30,167).
28,146
Population
1642
People / sq mi
$110,000
Median Income
$379,400
Median Home Value
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Chaska covers 17.1 sq mi of land at 1642 people per square mile.
About Chaska, MN
Remote work is unusually prominent in Chaska: 19.5% of workers primarily work from home, above the 14.0% national rate. With 28,146 residents, Chaska is a city in Minnesota. It ranks #33 among cities in Minnesota by population.
The typical household earns $110,000 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.3% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $379,400, with typical rent around $1,436.
College attainment is above the local norm at 46.7%, above the national 35.0%. About 19.5% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Chaska — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Chaska city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Chaska city had a population of 23,925 in 2010 and 30,167 in 2024, a 26.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 30,167 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.67%.
30,167
Population (2024)
23,925
Population (2010)
30,167
Peak (2024)
1.67%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,925 |
| 2011 | 24,159 |
| 2012 | 24,315 |
| 2013 | 24,703 |
| 2014 | 25,103 |
| 2015 | 25,440 |
| 2016 | 26,097 |
| 2017 | 26,552 |
| 2018 | 26,750 |
| 2019 | 26,989 |
| 2020 | 27,875 |
| 2021 | 28,094 |
| 2022 | 28,306 |
| 2023 | 29,064 |
| 2024 | 30,167 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.4% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$110,000
Median Household Income
$54,856
Per Capita Income
3.3%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$379,400
Median Home Value
$1,436
Median Rent
69.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.3%
High School+
46.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
69.9%
Public Transit
19.5%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.6%
Foreign Born
88.3%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Manufacturing | 16.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.3% |
| Information | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chaska, Minnesota has a population of 28,146 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Chaska, Minnesota is $110,000, with 3.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Chaska, Minnesota is $379,400, with median monthly rent at $1,436 and a homeownership rate of 69.6%.
The median age in Chaska, Minnesota is 37.6 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has grown 26.1% since 2010 (23,925 → 30,167).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.