Houston County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,902, reflecting a -1.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Houston County is the 51st largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 19,027 and has grown -5.91% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.1 years
Female: 46.8 years
Male: 43.9 years
There are 14,661 adults, (4,396 of whom are seniors) in Houston County.
Female: 9,269 (49.7%)
Male: 9,384 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Houston County includes 93.75% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 17,487 | 93.75% |
| Two or more races | 798 | 4.28% |
| Asian | 166 | 0.89% |
| Other race | 107 | 0.57% |
| Black or African American | 50 | 0.27% |
| Native American | 45 | 0.24% |
Houston County 's average per capita income is $56,438. Household income levels show a median of $79,825. The poverty rate stands at 6.58%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $111,797 | - |
| Families | $101,404 | $125,779 |
| Households | $79,825 | $101,996 |
| Non Families | $41,912 | $55,815 |
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