Wadena County's 2026 population is estimated at 14,725, reflecting a 0.99% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wadena County is the 57th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 13,816 and has grown 6.58% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40 years
Female: 40.4 years
Male: 39.7 years
There are 10,534 adults, (2,881 of whom are seniors) in Wadena County.
Female: 7,130 (50%)
Male: 7,126 (50%)
The racial composition of Wadena County includes 86.48% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,328 | 86.48% |
| Two or more races | 1,574 | 11.04% |
| Black or African American | 243 | 1.7% |
| Asian | 44 | 0.31% |
| Other race | 37 | 0.26% |
| Native American | 30 | 0.21% |
Wadena County 's average per capita income is $43,021. Household income levels show a median of $61,467. The poverty rate stands at 12.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,439 | - |
| Families | $84,103 | $95,040 |
| Households | $61,467 | $77,288 |
| Non Families | $35,417 | $44,927 |
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