Cass County, Minnesota Demographics 2026
Cass County, Minnesota has a population of 30,688, the 36th most populous county in Minnesota. The median household income is $64,937 and the median home value is $262,300. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Cass County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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: 40 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Cass County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Gull Lake city | 1,173 | $128,548 | 3.0% | $522,000 |
| Lake Shore city | 1,117 | $96,923 | 6.5% | $532,500 |
| Pine River city | 928 | $39,858 | 23.6% | $133,300 |
| Walker city | 858 | $35,847 | 27.8% | $240,200 |
| Pillager city | 494 | $66,771 | 8.5% | $148,300 |
| Cass Lake city | 492 | $47,045 | 24.5% | $109,100 |
| Remer city | 348 | $42,750 | 24.5% | $146,300 |
| Hackensack city | 302 | $32,109 | 17.9% | $159,400 |
| Backus city | 287 | $58,750 | 19.2% | $104,700 |
| Chickamaw Beach city | 218 | $85,625 | 4.1% | $275,000 |
| Okabena city | 200 | $98,750 | 9.0% | $99,300 |
| Longville city | 152 | $31,000 | 23.0% | $168,800 |
| Federal Dam city | 147 | $48,750 | 10.9% | $141,700 |
| Bena city | 59 | $60,417 | 22.0% | $112,500 |
| Boy River city | 7 | $56,250 | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Cass County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 30,688. It is the 36th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 15 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cass County is 49.7 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cass County is $64,937. This is 26% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 39% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $262,300. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $305,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 84.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 72.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cass County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 6.2%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cass County, Minnesota?
Cass County has a population of 30,688, making it the 36th most populous county in Minnesota.
What is the median income in Cass County?
The median household income in Cass County is $64,937 with a poverty rate of 12.8%.
How many cities are in Cass County, Minnesota?
Cass County contains 15 Census-designated places.