Isanti County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Isanti County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 41,934. It is the 24th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Isanti County is 40.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Isanti County is $86,573. This is 1% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $283,200. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $305,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Isanti County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 6.2%. The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.

Education

19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 92.3%.