Dakota County's 2026 population is estimated at 462,478, reflecting a 1.02% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Dakota County is the 3rd largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 399,214 and has grown 15.85% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.6 years
Female: 39.7 years
Male: 37.7 years
There are 338,948 adults, (70,787 of whom are seniors) in Dakota County.
Female: 224,707 (50.4%)
Male: 221,064 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Dakota County includes 74.33% White, 7.77% Black or African American, 5.21% Asian, 4.18% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 331,321 | 74.33% |
| Two or more races | 35,855 | 8.04% |
| Black or African American | 34,647 | 7.77% |
| Asian | 23,217 | 5.21% |
| Other race | 18,619 | 4.18% |
| Native American | 1,944 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 168 | 0.04% |
Dakota County 's average per capita income is $66,293. Household income levels show a median of $106,318. The poverty rate stands at 5.85%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $146,354 | $173,256 |
| Families | $131,618 | $156,615 |
| Households | $106,318 | $131,262 |
| Non Families | $59,813 | $72,513 |
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