Hopkins, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hopkins, Minnesota is 18,696 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $71,170, the median home value is $350,100, and the median age is 38.1.
The population has grown 10.6% since 2010 (17,602 → 19,462).
18,696
Population
4605
People / sq mi
$71,170
Median Income
$350,100
Median Home Value
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Hopkins covers 4.1 sq mi of land at 4605 people per square mile.
About Hopkins, MN
Homeownership is the standout figure in Hopkins: 37.3% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Hopkins is a city in Minnesota with a population of 18,696.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $71,170 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.3%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $350,100, with typical rent around $1,346.
About 47.0% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. A solid 18.8% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Hopkins city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hopkins city had a population of 17,602 in 2010 and 19,462 in 2024, a 10.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,462 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.73%.
19,462
Population (2024)
17,602
Population (2010)
19,462
Peak (2024)
0.73%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,602 |
| 2011 | 17,784 |
| 2012 | 18,013 |
| 2013 | 18,049 |
| 2014 | 18,066 |
| 2015 | 18,091 |
| 2016 | 18,138 |
| 2017 | 18,616 |
| 2018 | 18,585 |
| 2019 | 18,468 |
| 2020 | 19,009 |
| 2021 | 18,588 |
| 2022 | 18,304 |
| 2023 | 18,656 |
| 2024 | 19,462 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.7% |
| Black or African American | 19.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$71,170
Median Household Income
$48,439
Per Capita Income
5.3%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$350,100
Median Home Value
$1,346
Median Rent
37.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
47.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
65.0%
Public Transit
18.8%
Work From Home
18.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.1%
Foreign Born
82.5%
Non-English at Home
6.6%
Veterans
16.3%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
91.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.0% |
| Manufacturing | 18.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.6% |
| Information | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Construction | 1.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hopkins, Minnesota has a population of 18,696 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Hopkins, Minnesota is $71,170, with 5.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hopkins, Minnesota is $350,100, with median monthly rent at $1,346 and a homeownership rate of 37.3%.
The median age in Hopkins, Minnesota is 38.1 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has grown 10.6% since 2010 (17,602 → 19,462).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.