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Coon Rapids, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coon Rapids, Minnesota had a total population of 63,468, the 15th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $88,251, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.

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

Coon Rapids Quick Facts

Population 63,468
Median Household Income $88,251
Median Home Value $305,800
Poverty Rate 8.2%
Unemployment Rate 4.5%
Median Age 39.0 years
Homeownership Rate 74.8%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.7%
High School Graduation Rate 94.2%
Diversity Index 48/100
Population 63,468 15th of 914
Median Income $88,251 top 30%
Poverty Rate 8.2% 34% lower than national
Median Home Value $305,800 top 20%

How Coon Rapids 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
Population63,34863,468+0.2%
Median household income$86,618$88,251+1.9%
Median home value$287,200$305,800+6.5%

How Coon Rapids Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.0%
$25K-$50K 16.1%
$50K-$100K 32.4%
$100K+ 43.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.6%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
1.3%
$20K-$25K
1.9%
$25K-$30K
2.4%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
4.1%
$45K-$50K
2.7%
$50K-$60K
8.2%
$60K-$75K
9.8%
$75K-$100K
14.3%
$100K-$125K
14.3%
$125K-$150K
9.1%
$150K-$200K
10.7%
$200K+
9.5%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%
70.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 74.8%
Renter 25.2%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,494/mo 20.3% 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

Coon Rapids Rankings in Minnesota

#15 Population of 914
#239 Median Income of 887
#304 Education of 914
#178 Home Value of 870

Other Cities in Anoka County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Andover 33,035 $137,593 3.3% $410,200
Fridley 30,241 $77,680 11.9% $302,900
Ramsey 28,421 $116,415 4.1% $359,600
Columbia Heights 22,155 $73,691 16.3% $277,600
Lino Lakes 22,113 $127,181 2.7% $407,200
Anoka 17,970 $75,948 8.3% $308,700
Ham Lake 16,702 $120,135 4.0% $442,500
East Bethel 12,115 $110,000 3.2% $363,900
Oak Grove 9,130 $117,696 1.7% $423,300
St. Francis 8,372 $111,198 7.1% $327,600

Cities Similar to Coon Rapids

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Burnsville64,463$87,024$355,20039.8%10.8%
Eagan68,000$108,690$397,10054.7%5.9%
Apple Valley55,679$97,673$370,40045.9%6.0%
Eden Prairie63,051$130,489$473,90064.9%4.6%
Blaine72,488$106,801$352,40036.9%7.2%

Population Overview

Coon Rapids is a mid-sized community located in Minnesota, within Anoka County. The total population is 63,468. It ranks as the 15th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coon Rapids is 39.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coon Rapids is $88,251. This is about the same as the state median of $89,062. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $305,800. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Coon Rapids is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.6%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Coon Rapids, 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 Coon Rapids, Minnesota?

Coon Rapids, Minnesota has a population of 63,468 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Coon Rapids, MN?

The median household income in Coon Rapids is $88,251, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Coon Rapids, MN?

The poverty rate in Coon Rapids is 8.2%. This means approximately 5,195 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Coon Rapids, Minnesota?

Coon Rapids's population is 70.9% White, 9.6% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Coon Rapids, MN?

The median home value in Coon Rapids is $305,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Coon Rapids, Minnesota?

25.7% of adults (25+) in Coon Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.