Olmsted County's 2026 population is estimated at 169,034, reflecting a 0.78% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Olmsted County is the 7th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 144,535 and has grown 16.95% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.8 years
Female: 38.3 years
Male: 37.4 years
There are 125,134 adults, (27,397 of whom are seniors) in Olmsted County.
Female: 84,169 (51.2%)
Male: 80,329 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Olmsted County includes 77.21% White, 7.55% Black or African American, 6.38% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 127,008 | 77.21% |
| Black or African American | 12,419 | 7.55% |
| Two or more races | 11,018 | 6.7% |
| Asian | 10,487 | 6.38% |
| Other race | 3,277 | 1.99% |
| Native American | 289 | 0.18% |
Olmsted County 's average per capita income is $62,225. Household income levels show a median of $95,406. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $137,659 | $179,058 |
| Families | $123,426 | $162,214 |
| Households | $95,406 | $132,916 |
| Non Families | $58,757 | $80,515 |
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