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Becker County, Minnesota Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 31st-largest in Minnesota

The population of Becker County, Minnesota is 35,260 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $71,117, the median home value is $266,900, and the median age is 43.2.

The population of Becker County has grown 8.9% since 2010 (32,554 → 35,444), a +0.61% annualized rate.

Becker County within Minnesota · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

35,260

Population

+0.61%

Annual growth

27

People / sq mi

$71,117

Median Income

$266,900

Median Home Value

Becker County covers 1,315 sq mi of land at 26.8 people per square mile.

About Becker County, MN

Becker County is a county in Minnesota with a population of 35,260. It ranks #31 among counties in Minnesota by population. The median age is 43.2, older than the national median. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

The median household income in Becker County is $71,117, near the US median of $74,580. 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $266,900, with monthly rent averaging $899. The homeownership rate of 77.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Becker County reflects 27.5% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.8 minutes each way.

Becker County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Becker County had a population of 32,554 in 2010 and 35,444 in 2024, a 8.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 35,444 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.61%.

2024 · 35K20102024

35,444

Population (2024)

32,554

Population (2010)

35,444

Peak (2024)

0.61%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201032,554
201132,766
201232,995
201333,189
201433,267
201533,455
201633,728
201734,089
201834,403
201934,461
202035,205
202135,348
202235,387
202335,330
202435,444

Race & Ethnicity

White86.2%
Black or African American0.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)9.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

43.2

Median Age

49.9%

Female

50.1%

Male

22.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.6%
5–9
6.8%
10–14
6.7%
15–19
6.7%
20–24
4.8%
25–34
10.2%
35–44
11.5%
45–54
10.7%
55–59
6.8%
60–64
7.9%
65–74
13.5%
75–84
6.1%
85+
2.6%

Children (under 15): 19.1% · Seniors (65+): 22.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$71,117$-16,439 vs state
Mean household income$97,828
Per-capita income$40,834
Poverty rate6.2%+0.7% vs state
Unemployment rate2.4%
Employment-to-population58.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
23.5%
Manufacturing
12.5%
Construction
9.4%
Education & health care
8.4%
Finance & real estate
6.6%
Retail trade
6.1%
Public administration
5.3%
Agriculture
4.8%

The largest employment sector in Becker County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.5% of workers.

How residents commute

0.7%

Drive alone

3.5%

Carpool

75.3%

Public transit

10.3%

Work from home

21.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$266,900$-38,600 vs state

Median home value

$899

Median rent

77.8%

Homeownership rate

19,869

Total housing units

72.5%

Occupied

27.5%

Vacant

22.2%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

93.5%

With health insurance

93.2%

With broadband internet

28.0%

Foreign-born

9.4%

Veterans (18+)

14.5%

With a disability

96.9%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

93.3%

High School+

27.5%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Becker County, Minnesota has a population of 35,260 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 27 people per square mile.

The population of Becker County has grown 8.9% since 2010 (32,554 → 35,444), a +0.61% annualized rate.

The median household income in Becker County, Minnesota is $71,117, with mean (average) household income of $97,828 and per-capita income of $40,834. 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Becker County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (86.2%), Hispanic or Latino (9.9%), Black or African American (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Becker County, Minnesota is 43.2 years. Residents are 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

The median home value in Becker County is $266,900 and median monthly rent is $899. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,869 total housing units, 27.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Becker County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Becker County, Minnesota, with a population of 426,845.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.