St. Louis County's 2026 population is estimated at 201,146, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). St. Louis County is the 6th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 200,143 and has grown 0.5% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 42.1 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 162,993 adults, (42,751 of whom are seniors) in St. Louis County.
Female: 99,380 (49.7%)
Male: 100,743 (50.3%)
The racial composition of St. Louis County includes 90.07% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 180,247 | 90.07% |
| Two or more races | 10,073 | 5.03% |
| Black or African American | 3,301 | 1.65% |
| Native American | 3,129 | 1.56% |
| Asian | 2,076 | 1.04% |
| Other race | 1,285 | 0.64% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.01% |
St. Louis County 's average per capita income is $51,021. Household income levels show a median of $70,069. The poverty rate stands at 13.21%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $110,747 | $135,973 |
| Families | $95,686 | $119,794 |
| Households | $70,069 | $93,368 |
| Non Families | $41,755 | $56,020 |
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