Renville County, Minnesota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 57th-largest in Minnesota
The population of Renville County, Minnesota is 14,587 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 57th-largest county in Minnesota. The median household income is $69,086, the median home value is $151,900, and the median age is 42.1.
The population of Renville County has declined 7.9% since 2010 (15,685 → 14,453), a -0.58% annualized rate.
14,587
Population
-0.58%
Annual growth
15
People / sq mi
$69,086
Median Income
$151,900
Median Home Value
Renville County covers 983 sq mi of land at 14.8 people per square mile.
About Renville County, MN
Renville County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.7% of the population. Renville County is a county in Minnesota with a population of 14,587.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,086 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.7%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $151,900, with typical rent around $760.
18.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Renville County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Renville County had a population of 15,685 in 2010 and 14,453 in 2024, a -7.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,685 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.58%.
14,453
Population (2024)
15,685
Population (2010)
15,685
Peak (2010)
-0.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,685 |
| 2011 | 15,429 |
| 2012 | 15,283 |
| 2013 | 15,070 |
| 2014 | 14,933 |
| 2015 | 14,797 |
| 2016 | 14,598 |
| 2017 | 14,681 |
| 2018 | 14,629 |
| 2019 | 14,551 |
| 2020 | 14,686 |
| 2021 | 14,600 |
| 2022 | 14,540 |
| 2023 | 14,509 |
| 2024 | 14,453 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.1
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
21.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $69,086$-18,470 vs state |
| Mean household income | $86,499 |
| Per-capita income | $36,131 |
| Poverty rate | 6.7%+1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Renville County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
3.1%
Carpool
79.1%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
20.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$151,900$-153,600 vs state
Median home value
$760
Median rent
79.4%
Homeownership rate
6,911
Total housing units
86.3%
Occupied
13.7%
Vacant
20.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.8%
With health insurance
90.1%
With broadband internet
12.7%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
13.3%
With a disability
93.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.5%
High School+
18.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Renville County, Minnesota has a population of 14,587 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 57th-largest county in Minnesota. Population density is 15 people per square mile.
The population of Renville County has declined 7.9% since 2010 (15,685 → 14,453), a -0.58% annualized rate.
The median household income in Renville County, Minnesota is $69,086, with mean (average) household income of $86,499 and per-capita income of $36,131. 6.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Renville County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%), Black or African American (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Renville County, Minnesota is 42.1 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Renville County is $151,900 and median monthly rent is $760. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,911 total housing units, 13.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Renville County, Minnesota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.
Minneapolis is among the largest cities associated with Renville 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.