Carver County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 11th-largest in Minnesota
The population of Carver County, Minnesota is 108,622 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $123,144, the median home value is $426,900, and the median age is 38.9.
The population of Carver County has grown 23.3% since 2010 (91,332 → 112,628), a +1.51% annualized rate.
108,622
Population
+1.51%
Annual growth
307
People / sq mi
$123,144
Median Income
$426,900
Median Home Value
Carver County covers 354 sq mi of land at 306.9 people per square mile.
About Carver County, MN
Among US counties, Carver County stands out first on household income: a median of $123,144, above the US median of $78,538. Carver County is a county in Minnesota with a population of 108,622. It ranks #11 among counties in Minnesota by population.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $123,144, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 3.1% — below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $426,900, with typical rent around $1,444.
Carver County is among the best-educated US counties: 50.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 22.1% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Carver County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Carver County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Carver County had a population of 91,332 in 2010 and 112,628 in 2024, a 23.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 112,628 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.51%.
112,628
Population (2024)
91,332
Population (2010)
112,628
Peak (2024)
1.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 91,332 |
| 2011 | 92,752 |
| 2012 | 93,804 |
| 2013 | 95,562 |
| 2014 | 97,321 |
| 2015 | 98,610 |
| 2016 | 100,389 |
| 2017 | 102,120 |
| 2018 | 103,605 |
| 2019 | 105,128 |
| 2020 | 107,307 |
| 2021 | 108,873 |
| 2022 | 110,215 |
| 2023 | 111,180 |
| 2024 | 112,628 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.9
Median Age
49.9%
Female
50.1%
Male
13.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.0% · Seniors (65+): 13.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $123,144+$35,588 vs state |
| Mean household income | $154,466 |
| Per-capita income | $58,254 |
| Poverty rate | 3.1%-2.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 70.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Carver County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.8%
Drive alone
1.1%
Carpool
69.4%
Public transit
22.1%
Work from home
25.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$426,900+$121,400 vs state
Median home value
$1,444
Median rent
81.7%
Homeownership rate
41,395
Total housing units
97.2%
Occupied
2.8%
Vacant
18.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
97.8%
With health insurance
97.5%
With broadband internet
24.6%
Foreign-born
4.9%
Veterans (18+)
8.4%
With a disability
92.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
96.3%
High School+
50.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carver County, Minnesota has a population of 108,622 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 307 people per square mile.
The population of Carver County has grown 23.3% since 2010 (91,332 → 112,628), a +1.51% annualized rate.
The median household income in Carver County, Minnesota is $123,144, with mean (average) household income of $154,466 and per-capita income of $58,254. 3.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Carver County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.8%), Black or African American (1.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Carver County, Minnesota is 38.9 years. Residents are 49.9% female and 50.1% male.
The median home value in Carver County is $426,900 and median monthly rent is $1,444. 81.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 41,395 total housing units, 2.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Carver County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Carver County, Minnesota, with a population of 426,845.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.