Minnesota Population & Demographics
Minnesota has a population of 5,713,716, ranking #22 among US states. The median household income is $87,556 and the median age is 38.6.
US states by population — Minnesota is #22
5,713,716
Population
#22
By Population
$87,556
Median Income
38.6
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 50.1% · Female: 49.9%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.9% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
Economy & Income
$87,556
Median Household Income
$46,957
Per Capita Income
5.5%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
$115,861
Mean Household Income
65.7%
Employment Rate
Education
93.9%
High School Graduate+
38.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$305,500
Median Home Value
$1,235
Median Rent
2,519,538
Total Housing Units
72.4%
Owner-Occupied
27.6%
Renter-Occupied
9.4%
Vacant
Commute
2.1%
Drive Alone
2.5%
Carpool
15.8%
Work From Home
23.1 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Minnesota
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minneapolis city | 426,845 | $80,269 | $345,600 |
| 2 | St. Paul city | 307,762 | $73,055 | $280,300 |
| 3 | Rochester city | 121,638 | $87,767 | $287,500 |
| 4 | Bloomington city | 88,838 | $90,677 | $346,200 |
| 5 | Duluth city | 86,863 | $66,263 | $225,700 |
| 6 | Brooklyn Park city | 84,349 | $85,964 | $313,500 |
| 7 | Plymouth city | 79,526 | $133,865 | $474,700 |
| 8 | Woodbury city | 76,945 | $126,222 | $434,900 |
| 9 | Lakeville city | 72,480 | $138,119 | $425,200 |
| 10 | Blaine city | 71,261 | $103,382 | $327,500 |
| 11 | Maple Grove city | 70,539 | $129,481 | $397,400 |
| 12 | St. Cloud city | 69,926 | $61,112 | $212,800 |
| 13 | Eagan city | 68,158 | $107,486 | $380,800 |
| 14 | Burnsville city | 64,295 | $83,953 | $335,100 |
| 15 | Coon Rapids city | 63,348 | $86,618 | $287,200 |
| 16 | Eden Prairie city | 63,249 | $127,732 | $463,300 |
| 17 | Apple Valley city | 55,696 | $99,277 | $354,200 |
| 18 | Minnetonka city | 53,256 | $120,496 | $456,200 |
| 19 | Edina city | 53,125 | $129,225 | $624,000 |
| 20 | St. Louis Park city | 49,541 | $100,250 | $371,600 |
Counties in Minnesota
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hennepin County | 1,268,903 | $96,339 |
| 2 | Ramsey County | 544,438 | $81,004 |
| 3 | Dakota County | 442,204 | $105,212 |
| 4 | Anoka County | 367,095 | $98,764 |
| 5 | Washington County | 272,298 | $114,457 |
| 6 | St. Louis County | 200,056 | $69,455 |
| 7 | Olmsted County | 163,425 | $93,494 |
| 8 | Stearns County | 159,358 | $76,447 |
| 9 | Scott County | 152,957 | $120,247 |
| 10 | Wright County | 145,270 | $106,666 |
| 11 | Carver County | 108,622 | $123,144 |
| 12 | Sherburne County | 99,178 | $102,965 |
| 13 | Blue Earth County | 69,386 | $72,623 |
| 14 | Rice County | 67,389 | $82,792 |
| 15 | Crow Wing County | 67,113 | $71,343 |
| 16 | Clay County | 65,628 | $77,664 |
| 17 | Otter Tail County | 60,281 | $70,912 |
| 18 | Chisago County | 57,434 | $98,260 |
| 19 | Winona County | 49,705 | $70,198 |
| 20 | Goodhue County | 47,844 | $82,749 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Minnesota has a population of 5,713,716 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #22 most populated state.
The median household income in Minnesota is $87,556, with a per capita income of $46,957. 5.5% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Minnesota is 78.4% White, 6.8% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 2.2% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.