Lake County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,372, reflecting a -1.55% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lake County is the 66th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 10,854 and has grown -4.44% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.4 years
Female: 50.6 years
Male: 48.3 years
There are 8,806 adults, (3,037 of whom are seniors) in Lake County.
Female: 5,240 (48.2%)
Male: 5,639 (51.8%)
The racial composition of Lake County includes 94.81% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, other race, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,314 | 94.81% |
| Two or more races | 407 | 3.74% |
| Asian | 54 | 0.5% |
| Native American | 46 | 0.42% |
| Other race | 31 | 0.28% |
| Black or African American | 26 | 0.24% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.01% |
Lake County 's average per capita income is $51,149. Household income levels show a median of $75,541. The poverty rate stands at 8.56%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $105,729 | - |
| Families | $94,747 | $108,247 |
| Households | $75,541 | $89,384 |
| Non Families | $47,754 | $56,929 |
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