Kandiyohi County's 2026 population is estimated at 45,468, reflecting a 0.88% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kandiyohi County is the 22nd largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 42,231 and has grown 7.66% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40 years
Female: 41.2 years
Male: 38.3 years
There are 33,272 adults, (9,113 of whom are seniors) in Kandiyohi County.
Female: 21,912 (49.7%)
Male: 22,167 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Kandiyohi County includes 78.45% White, 7.34% other race, 5.19% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,580 | 78.45% |
| Other race | 3,237 | 7.34% |
| Two or more races | 3,087 | 7% |
| Black or African American | 2,287 | 5.19% |
| Asian | 594 | 1.35% |
| Native American | 227 | 0.51% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 67 | 0.15% |
Kandiyohi County 's average per capita income is $49,308. Household income levels show a median of $76,592. The poverty rate stands at 9.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $105,234 | $127,035 |
| Families | $96,167 | $115,233 |
| Households | $76,592 | $96,382 |
| Non Families | $42,922 | $54,009 |
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