Total Population
114,918
Population
Growth Rate
1.03%
Median Age
39
Diversity Index
34.200
Source: ESRI, 2026-03-24
Carver County, MN
Personal and business opportunities are growing in Carver County
Just 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis, Carver County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Twin Cities metro area across the typical population, housing and business expansion metrics. From outdoor natural beauty to intriguing artistic exhibits, restaurants, breweries, wineries and more, the eleven communities here offer something for everyone!
Population
Housing & Income
Households
42,361
Total Housing Units
44,042
Owner Occupied
34,459
Renter Occupied
7,902
Vacant
1,681
Median Home Value
$488,371
Average Home Value
$552,358
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
1.83%
Income Projection
Median Household
$134,187 $152,751
Average Household
$167,592 $181,915
Per Capita
$61,806 $67,671
Source: ESRI, 2026-03-24
Workforce
Total Businesses
3,209
Total Employed
47,830
Workers 16+
59,060
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
336
Employed
7,510
2025 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
160
Employed
7,391
2025 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service
Businesses
273
Employed
4,319
2025 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
105
Employed
4,097
2025 Public Administration
Businesses
107
Employed
4,085
2025 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
334
Employed
3,755
Some
High School
1,180
Graduated
High School
12,179
Associates
Degree
9,163
Bachelor's
Degree
26,465
Graduate
Degree
12,987
Average Commute Time
26 min.
Resident Commuters
31,850
Non-Resident Commuters
26,894
Drive Alone
40,979
Carpooled
3,153
Public
498
Work At Home
13,067
Source: ESRI, 2026-03-24