Redwood County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in Minnesota
The population of Redwood County, Minnesota is 15,383 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $67,024, the median home value is $150,400, and the median age is 41.1.
The population of Redwood County has declined 5.1% since 2010 (16,079 → 15,254), a -0.38% annualized rate.
15,383
Population
-0.38%
Annual growth
18
People / sq mi
$67,024
Median Income
$150,400
Median Home Value
Redwood County covers 879 sq mi of land at 17.5 people per square mile.
About Redwood County, MN
Redwood County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.9% of the population. With 15,383 residents, Redwood County is a county in Minnesota.
Median household income is $67,024, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $150,400, with typical rent around $767.
Roughly 20.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. A solid 10.9% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Redwood County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Redwood County had a population of 16,079 in 2010 and 15,254 in 2024, a -5.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,079 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.37%.
15,254
Population (2024)
16,079
Population (2010)
16,079
Peak (2010)
-0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,079 |
| 2011 | 16,028 |
| 2012 | 15,820 |
| 2013 | 15,687 |
| 2014 | 15,532 |
| 2015 | 15,427 |
| 2016 | 15,222 |
| 2017 | 15,250 |
| 2018 | 15,254 |
| 2019 | 15,158 |
| 2020 | 15,422 |
| 2021 | 15,394 |
| 2022 | 15,362 |
| 2023 | 15,320 |
| 2024 | 15,254 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.1
Median Age
50.0%
Female
50.0%
Male
22.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.5% · Seniors (65+): 22.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,024$-20,532 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,811 |
| Per-capita income | $33,771 |
| Poverty rate | 8.3%+2.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Redwood County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.8%
Drive alone
3.9%
Carpool
77.4%
Public transit
10.9%
Work from home
17.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$150,400$-155,100 vs state
Median home value
$767
Median rent
79.7%
Homeownership rate
7,103
Total housing units
86.7%
Occupied
13.3%
Vacant
20.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.1%
With health insurance
91.9%
With broadband internet
12.9%
Foreign-born
5.8%
Veterans (18+)
12.9%
With a disability
94.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.6%
High School+
20.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Redwood County, Minnesota has a population of 15,383 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 18 people per square mile.
The population of Redwood County has declined 5.1% since 2010 (16,079 → 15,254), a -0.38% annualized rate.
The median household income in Redwood County, Minnesota is $67,024, with mean (average) household income of $82,811 and per-capita income of $33,771. 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Redwood County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (86.4%), Hispanic or Latino (6.3%), 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 Redwood County, Minnesota is 41.1 years. Residents are 50.0% female and 50.0% male.
The median home value in Redwood County is $150,400 and median monthly rent is $767. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 7,103 total housing units, 13.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Redwood County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Redwood 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.