Chisago County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Minnesota
The population of Chisago County, Minnesota is 57,434 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $98,260, the median home value is $326,600, and the median age is 40.8.
The population of Chisago County has grown 9.6% since 2010 (53,905 → 59,105), a +0.66% annualized rate.
57,434
Population
+0.66%
Annual growth
138
People / sq mi
$98,260
Median Income
$326,600
Median Home Value
Chisago County covers 415 sq mi of land at 138.4 people per square mile.
About Chisago County, MN
Chisago County is a county in Minnesota with a population of 57,434. It ranks #18 among counties in Minnesota by population. The median age is 40.8, older than the national median. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.
The median household income in Chisago County is $98,260, above the US median of $74,580. 3.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $326,600, with monthly rent averaging $1,112. The homeownership rate of 85.6% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Chisago County reflects 24.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 12.7% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 31.6 minutes each way.
Chisago County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Chisago County had a population of 53,905 in 2010 and 59,105 in 2024, a 9.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 59,105 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.66%.
59,105
Population (2024)
53,905
Population (2010)
59,105
Peak (2024)
0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 53,905 |
| 2011 | 53,762 |
| 2012 | 53,468 |
| 2013 | 53,665 |
| 2014 | 53,808 |
| 2015 | 54,144 |
| 2016 | 54,640 |
| 2017 | 55,261 |
| 2018 | 55,980 |
| 2019 | 56,543 |
| 2020 | 56,718 |
| 2021 | 57,556 |
| 2022 | 57,918 |
| 2023 | 58,657 |
| 2024 | 59,105 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.8
Median Age
48.0%
Female
52.0%
Male
16.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.4% · Seniors (65+): 16.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $98,260+$10,704 vs state |
| Mean household income | $113,914 |
| Per-capita income | $43,265 |
| Poverty rate | 3.7%-1.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 64.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Chisago County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.8%
Drive alone
0.8%
Carpool
76.6%
Public transit
12.7%
Work from home
31.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$326,600+$21,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,112
Median rent
85.6%
Homeownership rate
22,711
Total housing units
93.6%
Occupied
6.4%
Vacant
14.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.0%
With health insurance
94.9%
With broadband internet
20.3%
Foreign-born
7.7%
Veterans (18+)
11.2%
With a disability
96.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.6%
High School+
24.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chisago County, Minnesota has a population of 57,434 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 138 people per square mile.
The population of Chisago County has grown 9.6% since 2010 (53,905 → 59,105), a +0.66% annualized rate.
The median household income in Chisago County, Minnesota is $98,260, with mean (average) household income of $113,914 and per-capita income of $43,265. 3.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Chisago County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Chisago County, Minnesota is 40.8 years. Residents are 48.0% female and 52.0% male.
The median home value in Chisago County is $326,600 and median monthly rent is $1,112. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 22,711 total housing units, 6.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Chisago County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Chisago 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.