Pope County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,647, reflecting a 0.66% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pope County is the 62nd largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 10,971 and has grown 6.16% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.3 years
Female: 47.3 years
Male: 44.2 years
There are 8,979 adults, (2,912 of whom are seniors) in Pope County.
Female: 5,556 (48.7%)
Male: 5,862 (51.3%)
The racial composition of Pope County includes 94.15% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,750 | 94.15% |
| Two or more races | 381 | 3.34% |
| Asian | 84 | 0.74% |
| Other race | 76 | 0.67% |
| Black or African American | 71 | 0.62% |
| Native American | 51 | 0.45% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.04% |
Pope County 's average per capita income is $49,319. Household income levels show a median of $76,220. The poverty rate stands at 9.43%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $104,148 | - |
| Families | $98,551 | $115,204 |
| Households | $76,220 | $94,724 |
| Non Families | $37,857 | $50,911 |
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