Monticello, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Monticello, Minnesota is 14,607 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 74th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $81,563, the median home value is $298,400, and the median age is 33.7.
The population has grown 20.6% since 2010 (12,836 → 15,482).
14,607
Population
1597
People / sq mi
$81,563
Median Income
$298,400
Median Home Value
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Monticello covers 9.1 sq mi of land at 1597 people per square mile.
About Monticello, MN
Monticello skews on age — the median resident is 33.7, younger than the national median. With 14,607 residents, Monticello is a city in Minnesota.
Median household income is $81,563, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.9%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $298,400, with typical rent around $1,462.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 23.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. About 10.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Monticello city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Monticello city had a population of 12,836 in 2010 and 15,482 in 2024, a 20.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,482 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.36%.
15,482
Population (2024)
12,836
Population (2010)
15,482
Peak (2024)
1.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,836 |
| 2011 | 12,926 |
| 2012 | 12,993 |
| 2013 | 13,056 |
| 2014 | 13,171 |
| 2015 | 13,315 |
| 2016 | 13,417 |
| 2017 | 13,575 |
| 2018 | 13,730 |
| 2019 | 13,824 |
| 2020 | 14,491 |
| 2021 | 14,627 |
| 2022 | 14,850 |
| 2023 | 14,891 |
| 2024 | 15,482 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$81,563
Median Household Income
$34,071
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$298,400
Median Home Value
$1,462
Median Rent
64.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.1%
High School+
23.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
74.5%
Public Transit
10.3%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.8%
Foreign Born
89.2%
Non-English at Home
9.6%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.7% |
| Manufacturing | 16.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.1% |
| Construction | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Monticello, Minnesota has a population of 14,607 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 74th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Monticello, Minnesota is $81,563, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Monticello, Minnesota is $298,400, with median monthly rent at $1,462 and a homeownership rate of 64.9%.
The median age in Monticello, Minnesota is 33.7 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has grown 20.6% since 2010 (12,836 → 15,482).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.