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Mounds View, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mounds View, Minnesota had a total population of 12,926, the 87th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $90,009, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

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

Mounds View Quick Facts

Population 12,926
Median Household Income $90,009
Median Home Value $324,200
Poverty Rate 11.9%
Unemployment Rate 2.8%
Median Age 40.2 years
Homeownership Rate 69.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.6%
High School Graduation Rate 94.3%
Diversity Index 51/100
Population 12,926 87th of 914
Median Income $90,009 top 30%
Poverty Rate 11.9% 4% lower than national
Median Home Value $324,200 top 20%

How Mounds View 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
Population12,99212,926-0.5%
Median household income$90,148$90,009-0.2%
Median home value$294,500$324,200+10.1%

How Mounds View Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.7%
$25K-$50K 19.5%
$50K-$100K 29.2%
$100K+ 42.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.5%
$10K-$15K
0.9%
$15K-$20K
1.1%
$20K-$25K
2.3%
$25K-$30K
2.5%
$30K-$35K
2.6%
$35K-$40K
4.9%
$40K-$45K
7.1%
$45K-$50K
2.4%
$50K-$60K
6.3%
$60K-$75K
9.9%
$75K-$100K
13.1%
$100K-$125K
9.4%
$125K-$150K
9.3%
$150K-$200K
10.9%
$200K+
13.0%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%
71.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.3%
Renter 30.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,245/mo 16.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

51out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Mounds View Rankings in Minnesota

#87 Population of 914
#218 Median Income of 887
#149 Education of 914
#149 Home Value of 870

Other Cities in Ramsey County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
St. Paul 307,284 $73,394 15.6% $294,500
Blaine 72,488 $106,801 7.2% $352,400
Maplewood 40,695 $91,394 11.2% $323,200
Roseville 35,802 $86,930 7.5% $352,100
Shoreview 26,714 $108,370 5.6% $383,700
White Bear Lake 23,908 $83,554 7.0% $331,800
New Brighton 22,710 $88,521 8.3% $364,700
Vadnais Heights 12,838 $98,685 3.9% $363,100
North St. Paul 12,570 $84,797 11.2% $298,500
Little Canada 10,514 $77,957 11.5% $319,800

Cities Similar to Mounds View

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Vadnais Heights12,838$98,685$363,10045.9%3.9%
North St. Paul12,570$84,797$298,50031.3%11.2%
Robbinsdale14,234$88,252$295,60041.4%11.5%
North Branch11,565$90,456$322,30018.4%7.7%
Waconia13,434$111,031$431,00048.9%4.0%

Population Overview

Mounds View is a small city located in Minnesota, within Ramsey County. The total population is 12,926. It ranks as the 87th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mounds View is 40.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mounds View is $90,009. This is 1% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $324,200. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 69.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mounds View is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.3% of the population. Asian residents account for 11.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (11.7% vs 5.1%).

Education

36.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mounds View, 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 Mounds View, Minnesota?

Mounds View, Minnesota has a population of 12,926 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mounds View, MN?

The median household income in Mounds View is $90,009, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Mounds View, MN?

The poverty rate in Mounds View is 11.9%. This means approximately 1,534 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mounds View, Minnesota?

Mounds View's population is 68.3% White, 6.7% Black, 7.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 11.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mounds View, MN?

The median home value in Mounds View is $324,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Mounds View, Minnesota?

36.6% of adults (25+) in Mounds View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.