Northfield, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Northfield, Minnesota is 20,678 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 59th-largest city in Minnesota. The median household income is $92,000, the median home value is $305,300, and the median age is 28.3.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (20,057 → 21,316).
20,678
Population
2421
People / sq mi
$92,000
Median Income
$305,300
Median Home Value
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Northfield covers 8.5 sq mi of land at 2421 people per square mile.
About Northfield, MN
Age is the most distinctive thing about Northfield: a median age of 28.3, younger than the national median. With 20,678 residents, Northfield is a city in Minnesota.
Median household income is $92,000, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 4.4%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $305,300, with typical rent around $1,036.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 51.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 19.5%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Northfield city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Northfield city had a population of 20,057 in 2010 and 21,316 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,316 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
21,316
Population (2024)
20,057
Population (2010)
21,316
Peak (2024)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,057 |
| 2011 | 20,160 |
| 2012 | 20,105 |
| 2013 | 20,198 |
| 2014 | 20,335 |
| 2015 | 20,370 |
| 2016 | 20,480 |
| 2017 | 20,550 |
| 2018 | 20,659 |
| 2019 | 20,742 |
| 2020 | 20,820 |
| 2021 | 20,832 |
| 2022 | 20,972 |
| 2023 | 21,176 |
| 2024 | 21,316 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.4% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$92,000
Median Household Income
$37,147
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$305,300
Median Home Value
$1,036
Median Rent
69.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.2%
High School+
51.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
56.5%
Public Transit
19.5%
Work From Home
18.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.7%
Foreign Born
85.0%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
93.1%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 43.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Information | 2.6% |
| Retail Trade | 2.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Northfield, Minnesota has a population of 20,678 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 59th-largest city in Minnesota.
The median household income in Northfield, Minnesota is $92,000, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Northfield, Minnesota is $305,300, with median monthly rent at $1,036 and a homeownership rate of 69.8%.
The median age in Northfield, Minnesota is 28.3 years. The population is 47.5% male and 52.5% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (20,057 → 21,316).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.