Ham Lake, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ham Lake, Minnesota is 16,575 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 68th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $116,845, the median home value is $430,100, and the median age is 42.8.
The population has grown 10.3% since 2010 (15,322 → 16,905).
16,575
Population
482
People / sq mi
$116,845
Median Income
$430,100
Median Home Value
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Ham Lake covers 34.4 sq mi of land at 482 people per square mile.
About Ham Lake, MN
Homeownership is the standout figure in Ham Lake: 95.2% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Ham Lake is a city in Minnesota with a population of 16,575.
Households take in a median $116,845, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.3% — below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $430,100, with typical rent around $1,319.
Roughly 35.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.8%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Ham Lake, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Ham Lake city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ham Lake city had a population of 15,322 in 2010 and 16,905 in 2024, a 10.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,905 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.
16,905
Population (2024)
15,322
Population (2010)
16,905
Peak (2024)
0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,322 |
| 2011 | 15,396 |
| 2012 | 15,560 |
| 2013 | 15,739 |
| 2014 | 15,918 |
| 2015 | 16,095 |
| 2016 | 16,266 |
| 2017 | 16,478 |
| 2018 | 16,634 |
| 2019 | 16,783 |
| 2020 | 16,505 |
| 2021 | 16,645 |
| 2022 | 16,641 |
| 2023 | 16,757 |
| 2024 | 16,905 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$116,845
Median Household Income
$54,840
Per Capita Income
2.3%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$430,100
Median Home Value
$1,319
Median Rent
95.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.8%
High School+
35.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
80.2%
Public Transit
13.8%
Work From Home
29.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.8%
Foreign Born
95.2%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
6.9%
With Disability
97.7%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 18.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Construction | 9.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.6% |
| Information | 7.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.1% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ham Lake, Minnesota has a population of 16,575 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 68th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Ham Lake, Minnesota is $116,845, with 2.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ham Lake, Minnesota is $430,100, with median monthly rent at $1,319 and a homeownership rate of 95.2%.
The median age in Ham Lake, Minnesota is 42.8 years. The population is 52.6% male and 47.4% female.
The population has grown 10.3% since 2010 (15,322 → 16,905).
Ham Lake city, MN Climate
Ham Lake city, MN has an average annual temperature of 6.5°C (44°F) and receives about 747 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.5°C
Avg Temp
747
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -12° / 11° | 22 mm |
| February | -8° / 18° | 20 mm |
| March | -1° / 30° | 40 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 61 mm |
| May | 15° / 58° | 83 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 111 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 96 mm |
| August | 20° / 69° | 105 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 83 mm |
| October | 9° / 47° | 60 mm |
| November | -1° / 31° | 40 mm |
| December | -8° / 17° | 26 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 Ham Lake city, MN
The most comfortable months to visit Ham Lake city, MN are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -17°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.