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New Hope, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Hope, Minnesota had a total population of 21,181, the 57th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $77,662, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

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

New Hope Quick Facts

Population 21,181
Median Household Income $77,662
Median Home Value $337,000
Poverty Rate 10.8%
Unemployment Rate 5.0%
Median Age 40.5 years
Homeownership Rate 52.6%
Affordability Ratio 4.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.1%
High School Graduation Rate 94.7%
Diversity Index 61/100
Population 21,181 57th of 914
Median Income $77,662 above average
Poverty Rate 10.8% 14% lower than national
Median Home Value $337,000 top 20%

How New Hope 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
Population21,40221,181-1.0%
Median household income$73,698$77,662+5.4%
Median home value$314,600$337,000+7.1%

How New Hope Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%
$25K-$50K 17.3%
$50K-$100K 27.5%
$100K+ 40.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.6%
$10K-$15K
4.7%
$15K-$20K
1.6%
$20K-$25K
2.8%
$25K-$30K
3.0%
$30K-$35K
5.3%
$35K-$40K
3.1%
$40K-$45K
2.2%
$45K-$50K
3.7%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
10.2%
$75K-$100K
10.7%
$100K-$125K
8.9%
$125K-$150K
8.6%
$150K-$200K
15.1%
$200K+
8.0%

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%
71.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.6%
Renter 47.4%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,335/mo 20.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

61out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

New Hope Rankings in Minnesota

#57 Population of 914
#334 Median Income of 887
#154 Education of 914
#135 Home Value of 870

Other Cities in Hennepin County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Minneapolis 427,246 $80,846 16.0% $362,200
Bloomington 88,665 $93,211 9.2% $361,700
Brooklyn Park 83,876 $89,891 9.5% $336,200
Plymouth 79,220 $136,534 4.3% $491,200
Maple Grove 71,173 $132,731 4.0% $418,300
Eden Prairie 63,051 $130,489 4.6% $473,900
Edina 53,262 $128,767 4.7% $646,300
Minnetonka 53,064 $119,517 5.9% $475,800
St. Louis Park 49,594 $101,648 6.9% $386,800
Richfield 36,642 $85,132 8.2% $344,000

Cities Similar to New Hope

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Northfield20,742$84,895$329,40053.3%8.8%
Columbia Heights22,155$73,691$277,60032.5%16.3%
West St. Paul21,382$68,464$301,30035.5%8.8%
South St. Paul20,611$87,994$281,60032.5%8.3%
Sartell19,758$84,131$297,30040.9%7.4%

Population Overview

New Hope is a small city located in Minnesota, within Hennepin County. The total population is 21,181. It ranks as the 57th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Hope is 40.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Hope is $77,662. This is 13% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $337,000. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 52.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in New Hope is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 25.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (25.1% vs 7.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.3% vs 6.4%).

Education

36.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 94.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New Hope, 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 New Hope, Minnesota?

New Hope, Minnesota has a population of 21,181 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New Hope, MN?

The median household income in New Hope is $77,662, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in New Hope, MN?

The poverty rate in New Hope is 10.8%. This means approximately 2,194 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New Hope, Minnesota?

New Hope's population is 55.6% White, 25.1% Black, 10.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in New Hope, MN?

The median home value in New Hope is $337,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is New Hope, Minnesota?

36.1% of adults (25+) in New Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.