Douglas County's 2026 population is estimated at 40,051, reflecting a 0.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Douglas County is the 27th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 35,990 and has grown 11.28% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.5 years
Female: 46 years
Male: 43.6 years
There are 31,093 adults, (9,644 of whom are seniors) in Douglas County.
Female: 19,646 (49.6%)
Male: 19,929 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Douglas County includes 94.59% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 37,434 | 94.59% |
| Two or more races | 1,007 | 2.54% |
| Other race | 544 | 1.37% |
| Asian | 220 | 0.56% |
| Black or African American | 218 | 0.55% |
| Native American | 81 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 71 | 0.18% |
Douglas County 's average per capita income is $51,285. Household income levels show a median of $79,043. The poverty rate stands at 8.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $109,258 | $135,988 |
| Families | $100,381 | $124,734 |
| Households | $79,043 | $101,237 |
| Non Families | $40,604 | $56,805 |
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