Koochiching County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 62nd-largest in Minnesota
The population of Koochiching County, Minnesota is 11,950 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 62nd-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $69,115, the median home value is $143,700, and the median age is 50.5.
The population of Koochiching County has declined 13.0% since 2010 (13,320 → 11,594), a -0.99% annualized rate.
11,950
Population
-0.99%
Annual growth
4
People / sq mi
$69,115
Median Income
$143,700
Median Home Value
Koochiching County covers 3,105 sq mi of land at 3.8 people per square mile.
About Koochiching County, MN
Koochiching County skews on age — the median resident is 50.5, older than the national median. With 11,950 residents, Koochiching County is a county in Minnesota.
Median household income is $69,115, below the US median of $78,538. Only 6.9% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $143,700, with typical rent around $774.
Roughly 20.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 10.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Koochiching County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Koochiching County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Koochiching County had a population of 13,320 in 2010 and 11,594 in 2024, a -13.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,320 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.99%.
11,594
Population (2024)
13,320
Population (2010)
13,320
Peak (2010)
-0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,320 |
| 2011 | 13,238 |
| 2012 | 13,166 |
| 2013 | 13,091 |
| 2014 | 12,849 |
| 2015 | 12,798 |
| 2016 | 12,607 |
| 2017 | 12,505 |
| 2018 | 12,404 |
| 2019 | 12,202 |
| 2020 | 12,032 |
| 2021 | 11,945 |
| 2022 | 11,846 |
| 2023 | 11,750 |
| 2024 | 11,594 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
50.5
Median Age
49.1%
Female
50.9%
Male
27.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.2% · Seniors (65+): 27.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $69,115$-18,441 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,803 |
| Per-capita income | $40,221 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%+1.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Koochiching County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
4.6%
Carpool
71.0%
Public transit
10.2%
Work from home
16.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$143,700$-161,800 vs state
Median home value
$774
Median rent
82.0%
Homeownership rate
7,418
Total housing units
77.0%
Occupied
23.0%
Vacant
18.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.0%
With health insurance
91.5%
With broadband internet
19.0%
Foreign-born
8.1%
Veterans (18+)
19.2%
With a disability
97.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.5%
High School+
20.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Koochiching County, Minnesota has a population of 11,950 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 62nd-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 4 people per square mile.
The population of Koochiching County has declined 13.0% since 2010 (13,320 → 11,594), a -0.99% annualized rate.
The median household income in Koochiching County, Minnesota is $69,115, with mean (average) household income of $85,803 and per-capita income of $40,221. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Koochiching County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.2%), Hispanic or Latino (3.9%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Koochiching County, Minnesota is 50.5 years. Residents are 49.1% female and 50.9% male.
The median home value in Koochiching County is $143,700 and median monthly rent is $774. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 7,418 total housing units, 23.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Koochiching County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Koochiching County, Minnesota, with a population of 426,845.
Koochiching County, MN Climate
Koochiching County, MN has an average annual temperature of 3.3°C (38°F) and receives about 675 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
3.3°C
Avg Temp
675
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -16° / 4° | 24 mm |
| February | -12° / 11° | 16 mm |
| March | -5° / 24° | 28 mm |
| April | 4° / 39° | 42 mm |
| May | 12° / 53° | 73 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 111 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 98 mm |
| August | 18° / 64° | 88 mm |
| September | 13° / 55° | 78 mm |
| October | 6° / 42° | 59 mm |
| November | -3° / 26° | 34 mm |
| December | -12° / 10° | 24 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Koochiching County, MN
The most comfortable months to visit Koochiching County, MN are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -22°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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