Carlos, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Carlos, Minnesota had a total population of 512, the 491st largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $69,792, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Carlos Quick Facts
How Carlos Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 465 | 512 | +10.1% |
| Median household income | $65,625 | $69,792 | +6.3% |
| Median home value | $174,600 | $204,500 | +17.1% |
How Carlos Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Carlos Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Douglas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 14,735 | $61,374 | 12.0% | $275,300 |
| Osakis | 1,623 | $50,833 | 14.5% | $173,500 |
| Evansville | 550 | $64,028 | 24.9% | $133,000 |
| Brandon | 451 | $73,375 | 1.3% | $175,800 |
| Miltona | 418 | $62,917 | 17.0% | $184,100 |
| Garfield | 282 | $56,696 | 2.1% | $166,600 |
| Kensington | 240 | $46,000 | 16.3% | $110,700 |
| Forada | 161 | $80,500 | 7.4% | $288,600 |
| Nelson | 155 | $57,188 | 9.0% | $157,500 |
| Millerville | 116 | $71,591 | 12.1% | $183,900 |
Cities Similar to Carlos
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellogg | 513 | $69,792 | $172,800 | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Halstad | 509 | $66,250 | $128,600 | 22.4% | 4.2% |
| Stephen | 526 | $71,250 | $87,500 | 20.7% | 9.9% |
| Jenkins | 508 | $74,250 | $275,000 | 14.6% | 6.9% |
| Kandiyohi | 493 | $73,214 | $161,600 | 18.9% | 5.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 512, Carlos's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Carlos is a small community located in Minnesota, within Douglas County. The total population is 512. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Carlos is 32.3 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Carlos is $69,792. This is 22% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $204,500. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Carlos is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Carlos has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.
Education
11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Carlos, 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 Carlos, Minnesota?
Carlos, Minnesota has a population of 512 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Carlos, MN?
The median household income in Carlos is $69,792, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Carlos, MN?
The poverty rate in Carlos is 6.8%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Carlos, Minnesota?
Carlos's population is 92.0% White, 1.4% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Carlos, MN?
The median home value in Carlos is $204,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Carlos, Minnesota?
11.4% of adults (25+) in Carlos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.