Grand Rapids, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Grand Rapids, Minnesota is 11,186 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 95th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $56,542, the median home value is $200,600, and the median age is 44.5.
The population has grown 3.5% since 2010 (10,867 → 11,244).
11,186
Population
500
People / sq mi
$56,542
Median Income
$200,600
Median Home Value
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Grand Rapids covers 22.4 sq mi of land at 500 people per square mile.
About Grand Rapids, MN
What distinguishes Grand Rapids is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 500 people per square mile. With 11,186 residents, Grand Rapids is a city in Minnesota.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $56,542, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.8%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $200,600, with typical rent around $999.
Roughly 30.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Grand Rapids city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Grand Rapids city had a population of 10,867 in 2010 and 11,244 in 2024, a 3.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,300 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.25%.
11,244
Population (2024)
10,867
Population (2010)
11,300
Peak (2023)
0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,867 |
| 2011 | 10,886 |
| 2012 | 10,885 |
| 2013 | 10,931 |
| 2014 | 11,016 |
| 2015 | 11,059 |
| 2016 | 11,158 |
| 2017 | 11,229 |
| 2018 | 11,207 |
| 2019 | 11,214 |
| 2020 | 11,086 |
| 2021 | 11,246 |
| 2022 | 11,246 |
| 2023 | 11,300 |
| 2024 | 11,244 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,542
Median Household Income
$31,552
Per Capita Income
12.8%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$200,600
Median Home Value
$999
Median Rent
59.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.2%
High School+
30.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.8%
Drive Alone
70.1%
Public Transit
7.7%
Work From Home
15.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.2%
Foreign Born
98.4%
Non-English at Home
8.1%
Veterans
21.8%
With Disability
95.9%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Manufacturing | 8.4% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.2% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grand Rapids, Minnesota has a population of 11,186 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 95th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Grand Rapids, Minnesota is $56,542, with 12.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Grand Rapids, Minnesota is $200,600, with median monthly rent at $999 and a homeownership rate of 59.4%.
The median age in Grand Rapids, Minnesota is 44.5 years. The population is 45.0% male and 55.0% female.
The population has grown 3.5% since 2010 (10,867 → 11,244).
Grand Rapids city, MN Climate
Grand Rapids city, MN has an average annual temperature of 4.1°C (39°F) and receives about 720 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
4.1°C
Avg Temp
720
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -15° / 5° | 23 mm |
| February | -11° / 12° | 15 mm |
| March | -4° / 25° | 32 mm |
| April | 4° / 40° | 48 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 73 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 115 mm |
| July | 20° / 68° | 113 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 96 mm |
| September | 13° / 56° | 77 mm |
| October | 7° / 44° | 67 mm |
| November | -2° / 28° | 38 mm |
| December | -11° / 12° | 23 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Grand Rapids city, MN
The most comfortable months to visit Grand Rapids city, MN are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -21°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.