Total Population
116,902
Population
Growth Rate
1.12%
Median Age
39
Diversity Index
34.700
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
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
43,276
Total Housing Units
45,348
Owner Occupied
34,977
Renter Occupied
8,299
Vacant
2,072
Median Home Value
$493,829
Average Home Value
$557,977
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.26%
Income Projection
Median Household
$135,572 $153,437
Average Household
$168,657 $186,845
Per Capita
$62,584 $69,973
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Workforce
Total Businesses
3,241
Total Employed
47,324
Workers 16+
60,171
2026 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
156
Employed
7,441
2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
339
Employed
6,939
2026 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service
Businesses
275
Employed
4,378
2026 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
104
Employed
3,897
2026 Public Administration
Businesses
106
Employed
3,819
2026 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
337
Employed
3,775
Some
High School
1,118
Graduated
High School
12,476
Associates
Degree
10,018
Bachelor's
Degree
26,276
Graduate
Degree
13,071
Average Commute Time
26 min.
Resident Commuters
33,288
Non-Resident Commuters
26,602
Drive Alone
40,595
Carpooled
3,533
Public
410
Work At Home
14,161
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31