Mower County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 26th-largest in Minnesota
The population of Mower County, Minnesota is 40,069 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $71,495, the median home value is $172,000, and the median age is 38.9.
The population of Mower County has grown 4.3% since 2010 (39,209 → 40,900), a +0.30% annualized rate.
40,069
Population
+0.30%
Annual growth
56
People / sq mi
$71,495
Median Income
$172,000
Median Home Value
Mower County covers 711 sq mi of land at 56.3 people per square mile.
About Mower County, MN
Mower County skews on age — the median resident is 38.9, in line with the national median. With 40,069 residents, Mower County is a county in Minnesota. It ranks #26 among counties in Minnesota by population.
The typical household earns $71,495 a year, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $172,000, with typical rent around $848.
23.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.4%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Mower County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Mower County had a population of 39,209 in 2010 and 40,900 in 2024, a 4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 40,900 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.30%.
40,900
Population (2024)
39,209
Population (2010)
40,900
Peak (2024)
0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,209 |
| 2011 | 39,349 |
| 2012 | 39,397 |
| 2013 | 39,328 |
| 2014 | 39,415 |
| 2015 | 39,497 |
| 2016 | 39,555 |
| 2017 | 39,789 |
| 2018 | 40,122 |
| 2019 | 40,040 |
| 2020 | 40,062 |
| 2021 | 40,229 |
| 2022 | 40,174 |
| 2023 | 40,352 |
| 2024 | 40,900 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.9% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.9
Median Age
49.7%
Female
50.3%
Male
18.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.9% · Seniors (65+): 18.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $71,495$-16,061 vs state |
| Mean household income | $91,617 |
| Per-capita income | $35,609 |
| Poverty rate | 7.9%+2.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Mower County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.9%
Drive alone
2.8%
Carpool
77.9%
Public transit
6.4%
Work from home
20.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$172,000$-133,500 vs state
Median home value
$848
Median rent
76.0%
Homeownership rate
16,963
Total housing units
91.8%
Occupied
8.2%
Vacant
24.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.9%
With health insurance
94.4%
With broadband internet
20.9%
Foreign-born
7.7%
Veterans (18+)
11.6%
With a disability
81.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.7%
High School+
23.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mower County, Minnesota has a population of 40,069 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 56 people per square mile.
The population of Mower County has grown 4.3% since 2010 (39,209 → 40,900), a +0.30% annualized rate.
The median household income in Mower County, Minnesota is $71,495, with mean (average) household income of $91,617 and per-capita income of $35,609. 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Mower County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (78.9%), Black or African American (3.5%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Mower County, Minnesota is 38.9 years. Residents are 49.7% female and 50.3% male.
The median home value in Mower County is $172,000 and median monthly rent is $848. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 16,963 total housing units, 8.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Mower County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Mower County, Minnesota, with a population of 426,845.
Mower County, MN Climate
Mower County, MN has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F) and receives about 833 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.9°C
Avg Temp
833
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -11° / 12° | 25 mm |
| February | -7° / 19° | 20 mm |
| March | 0° / 31° | 47 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 78 mm |
| May | 15° / 58° | 100 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 106 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 112 mm |
| August | 20° / 69° | 113 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 94 mm |
| October | 9° / 48° | 63 mm |
| November | 0° / 32° | 46 mm |
| December | -8° / 18° | 29 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 Mower County, MN
The most comfortable months to visit Mower County, MN are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -16°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.