Morrison County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 33rd-largest in Minnesota
The population of Morrison County, Minnesota is 34,131 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $68,640, the median home value is $237,000, and the median age is 42.2.
The population of Morrison County has grown 3.8% since 2010 (33,244 → 34,520), a +0.27% annualized rate.
34,131
Population
+0.27%
Annual growth
30
People / sq mi
$68,640
Median Income
$237,000
Median Home Value
Morrison County covers 1,125 sq mi of land at 30.3 people per square mile.
About Morrison County, MN
Morrison County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.4% of the population. With 34,131 residents, Morrison County is a county in Minnesota. It ranks #33 among counties in Minnesota by population.
The typical household here earns about $68,640, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 6.2%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $237,000, with typical rent around $782.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 19.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 7.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Morrison County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Morrison County had a population of 33,244 in 2010 and 34,520 in 2024, a 3.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 34,520 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.27%.
34,520
Population (2024)
33,244
Population (2010)
34,520
Peak (2024)
0.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 33,244 |
| 2011 | 33,259 |
| 2012 | 33,101 |
| 2013 | 32,862 |
| 2014 | 32,811 |
| 2015 | 32,770 |
| 2016 | 32,907 |
| 2017 | 33,075 |
| 2018 | 33,098 |
| 2019 | 33,329 |
| 2020 | 34,003 |
| 2021 | 34,072 |
| 2022 | 34,284 |
| 2023 | 34,366 |
| 2024 | 34,520 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 95.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.2
Median Age
49.0%
Female
51.0%
Male
20.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.1% · Seniors (65+): 20.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $68,640$-18,916 vs state |
| Mean household income | $87,320 |
| Per-capita income | $36,378 |
| Poverty rate | 6.2%+0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Morrison County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
2.6%
Carpool
79.4%
Public transit
7.7%
Work from home
28.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$237,000$-68,500 vs state
Median home value
$782
Median rent
80.9%
Homeownership rate
16,204
Total housing units
85.5%
Occupied
14.5%
Vacant
19.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.0%
With health insurance
91.0%
With broadband internet
11.4%
Foreign-born
8.9%
Veterans (18+)
13.1%
With a disability
97.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.8%
High School+
19.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morrison County, Minnesota has a population of 34,131 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 30 people per square mile.
The population of Morrison County has grown 3.8% since 2010 (33,244 → 34,520), a +0.27% annualized rate.
The median household income in Morrison County, Minnesota is $68,640, with mean (average) household income of $87,320 and per-capita income of $36,378. 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Morrison County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (95.3%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Morrison County, Minnesota is 42.2 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.
The median home value in Morrison County is $237,000 and median monthly rent is $782. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 16,204 total housing units, 14.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Morrison County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Morrison 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.