Steele County's 2026 population is estimated at 37,350, reflecting a -0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Steele County is the 28th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 36,497 and has grown 2.34% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.5 years
Female: 41 years
Male: 39.6 years
There are 28,344 adults, (7,187 of whom are seniors) in Steele County.
Female: 18,669 (49.9%)
Male: 18,770 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Steele County includes 85.81% White, 3.35% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 32,125 | 85.81% |
| Two or more races | 2,614 | 6.98% |
| Black or African American | 1,253 | 3.35% |
| Other race | 1,043 | 2.79% |
| Asian | 275 | 0.73% |
| Native American | 129 | 0.34% |
Steele County 's average per capita income is $54,876. Household income levels show a median of $84,196. The poverty rate stands at 8.33%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $120,309 | - |
| Families | $110,947 | $120,751 |
| Households | $84,196 | $101,587 |
| Non Families | $41,777 | $61,513 |
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