Koochiching County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Koochiching County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 11,950. It is the 62nd most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Koochiching County is 50.5 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 11.1% 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 Koochiching County is $69,115. This is 21% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 16% higher 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 $143,700. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Koochiching County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Koochiching County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 6.2%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.

Education

20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 93.5%.