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Blaine, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blaine, Minnesota had a total population of 72,488, the 10th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $106,801, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Blaine Quick Facts

Population 72,488
Median Household Income $106,801
Median Home Value $352,400
Poverty Rate 7.2%
Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Median Age 37.5 years
Homeownership Rate 85.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.9%
High School Graduation Rate 94.5%
Diversity Index 48/100
Population 72,488 10th of 914
Median Income $106,801 top 20%
Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower than national
Median Home Value $352,400 top 20%

How Blaine Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population71,26172,488+1.7%
Median household income$103,382$106,801+3.3%
Median home value$327,500$352,400+7.6%

How Blaine Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.0%
$25K-$50K 13.2%
$50K-$100K 26.6%
$100K+ 54.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.1%
$10K-$15K
0.9%
$15K-$20K
1.4%
$20K-$25K
1.6%
$25K-$30K
1.7%
$30K-$35K
1.9%
$35K-$40K
3.2%
$40K-$45K
4.3%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
8.1%
$75K-$100K
13.4%
$100K-$125K
13.1%
$125K-$150K
10.9%
$150K-$200K
14.1%
$200K+
16.0%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%
70.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.3%
Renter 14.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,705/mo 19.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

48out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Blaine Rankings in Minnesota

#10 Population of 914
#113 Median Income of 887
#147 Education of 914
#121 Home Value of 870

Other Cities in Ramsey County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
St. Paul 307,284 $73,394 15.6% $294,500
Maplewood 40,695 $91,394 11.2% $323,200
Roseville 35,802 $86,930 7.5% $352,100
Shoreview 26,714 $108,370 5.6% $383,700
White Bear Lake 23,908 $83,554 7.0% $331,800
New Brighton 22,710 $88,521 8.3% $364,700
Mounds View 12,926 $90,009 11.9% $324,200
Vadnais Heights 12,838 $98,685 3.9% $363,100
North St. Paul 12,570 $84,797 11.2% $298,500
Little Canada 10,514 $77,957 11.5% $319,800

Cities Similar to Blaine

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Eagan68,000$108,690$397,10054.7%5.9%
Maple Grove71,173$132,731$418,30057.1%4.0%
Woodbury78,305$125,310$450,20061.3%5.3%
Lakeville74,354$139,041$452,50050.6%2.9%
Plymouth79,220$136,534$491,20065.9%4.3%

Population Overview

Blaine is a mid-sized community located in Minnesota, within Ramsey County. The total population is 72,488. It ranks as the 10th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Blaine is 37.5 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Blaine is $106,801. This is 20% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 32% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $352,400. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 85.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Blaine is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.1% vs 5.1%).

Education

36.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Blaine, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Blaine, Minnesota?

Blaine, Minnesota has a population of 72,488 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Blaine, MN?

The median household income in Blaine is $106,801, which is 32% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Blaine, MN?

The poverty rate in Blaine is 7.2%. This means approximately 5,215 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Blaine, Minnesota?

Blaine's population is 70.2% White, 10.1% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Blaine, MN?

The median home value in Blaine is $352,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Blaine, Minnesota?

36.9% of adults (25+) in Blaine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.