Cloquet, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cloquet, Minnesota is 12,582 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $63,854, the median home value is $200,100, and the median age is 36.2.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (12,135 → 12,475).
12,582
Population
357
People / sq mi
$63,854
Median Income
$200,100
Median Home Value
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Cloquet covers 35.2 sq mi of land at 357 people per square mile.
About Cloquet, MN
Cloquet stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 357 people per square mile. Cloquet is a city in Minnesota with a population of 12,582.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $63,854, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.1%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $200,100, with typical rent around $978.
Roughly 25.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Cloquet city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cloquet city had a population of 12,135 in 2010 and 12,475 in 2024, a 2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,629 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.21%.
12,475
Population (2024)
12,135
Population (2010)
12,629
Peak (2021)
0.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,135 |
| 2011 | 12,097 |
| 2012 | 12,001 |
| 2013 | 11,956 |
| 2014 | 12,010 |
| 2015 | 11,989 |
| 2016 | 12,017 |
| 2017 | 11,940 |
| 2018 | 12,015 |
| 2019 | 12,009 |
| 2020 | 12,567 |
| 2021 | 12,629 |
| 2022 | 12,578 |
| 2023 | 12,524 |
| 2024 | 12,475 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$63,854
Median Household Income
$36,858
Per Capita Income
11.1%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$200,100
Median Home Value
$978
Median Rent
64.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.7%
High School+
25.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
80.8%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
16.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.9%
Foreign Born
96.1%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
16.5%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
95.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.2% |
| Manufacturing | 12.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Construction | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cloquet, Minnesota has a population of 12,582 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Cloquet, Minnesota is $63,854, with 11.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cloquet, Minnesota is $200,100, with median monthly rent at $978 and a homeownership rate of 64.7%.
The median age in Cloquet, Minnesota is 36.2 years. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (12,135 → 12,475).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.