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Ramsey County, Minnesota
Ramsey County, Minnesota. Ramsey County had 541,623 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.9% since 2020, while Minnesota grew 2.2%. It holds 19 places (18 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 town or township) and 143 census tracts. GEOID 27123.
Ramsey County is one of the 15 counties of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
541,623
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 552,352 · ACS 2020-2024: 542,945
Median household income
$81,568
±$1,585 (90% margin)
Minnesota: $89,062
Median home value
$326,600
±$2,650 (90% margin)
Minnesota: $329,300
Median gross rent
$1,329
±$14 (90% margin)
Minnesota: $1,280
How many people live in Ramsey County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 552,352 residents in Ramsey County. The Census Bureau estimates 541,623 for July 1, 2025, down 1.9% since 2020, while Minnesota grew 2.2%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 542,945 over 152 square miles of land.
| Measure | Ramsey County | Minnesota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 542,945 | 5,739,445 | −1,497 |
| Households | 221,327±1,011 | 2,307,955 | +12,284 |
| Average household size | 2.38±0.01 | 2.43 | −0.15 |
| Housing units | 233,870±110 | 2,545,030 | +13,893 |
Ramsey County's population since 2000
From 511,035 in 2000 to 541,623 in 2025: up 6.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Ramsey County?
Ramsey County holds 19 places: 18 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 town or township (a county subdivision with its own government). The largest is St. Paul with 306,684 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| St. Paul | 311,527 | $73,394 |
|---|---|---|
| Maplewood | 42,088 | $91,394 |
| Roseville | 36,254 | $86,930 |
| Shoreview | 26,921 | $108,370 |
| White Bear Lake | 24,883 | $83,554 |
| New Brighton | 23,454 | $88,521 |
| Mounds View | 13,249 | $90,009 |
| Vadnais Heights | 12,912 | $98,685 |
| North St. Paul | 12,364 | $84,797 |
| White Bear Township | 11,049 | $128,963 |
| Little Canada | 10,819 | $77,957 |
| Arden Hills | 9,939 | $134,118 |
| Falcon Heights | 5,369 | $96,528 |
| North Oaks | 5,272 | $231,742 |
| St. Anthony (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) | 9,257 | $97,363 |
| Lauderdale | 2,271 | $78,684 |
| Gem Lake | 528 | $124,583 |
| Spring Lake Park | 7,188 | $90,753 |
| Blaine | 70,222 | $106,801 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Ramsey County?
The median resident of Ramsey County is 36.1 years old; 23.1% are under 18 and 15.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 57.9%, then non-Hispanic Asian residents at 15.0%. 15.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Ramsey County | Minnesota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.1±0.2 | 38.8 | +1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 23.1%±0.1 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.8%±0.1 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.4% | 6.4% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 57.9%±0.2 pts | 75.9% | −4.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 12.1%±0.3 pts | 6.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 15.0%±0.2 pts | 5.1% | +0.6 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.7%±0.4 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 15.6%±0.4 pts | 8.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 23.3%±0.5 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 4.5%±0.2 pts | 5.9% | – |
| With a disability | 12.3%±0.4 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.5%±0.4 pts | 4.7% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.7%±0.4 pts | 93.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 45.6%±0.7 pts | 39.4% | +3.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 18.4%±0.5 pts | 13.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.3%±0.2 pts | 1.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Ramsey County earn?
Half of Ramsey County's 221,327 households earn less than $81,568 a year (±$1,585), against $89,062 in Minnesota. In 2015-2019 the median was $79,577 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $1,991 after inflation. 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Ramsey County | Minnesota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $81,568±$1,585 | $89,062 | +$1,991 |
| Mean household income | $112,592±$2,068 | $118,304 | – |
| Per capita income | $46,355±$735 | $48,237 | +$3,265 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.3%±0.8 pts | 9.3% | −1.7 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.8%±1.9 pts | 10.3% | −3.8 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.4%±0.5 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 92.4%±0.4 pts | 91.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Ramsey County?
Owners occupy 60.6% of Ramsey County's occupied homes and renters 39.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $326,600 by its owner (±$2,650). The median renter pays $1,329 a month including utilities, and 40.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Ramsey County | Minnesota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $326,600±$2,650 | $329,300 | +$44,033 |
| Median gross rent | $1,329±$14 | $1,280 | +$90 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 40.3%±1.6 pts | 38.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,975±$17 | $1,947 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 60.6%±0.7 pts | 72.2% | +1.2 pts |
| Housing units | 233,870±110 | 2,545,030 | +13,893 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.1%±0.7 pts | 5.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 51.7%±0.7 pts | 66.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.2%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±0.2 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 26.0%±0.7 pts | 15.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Ramsey County building?
Builders took permits for 708 new housing units across Ramsey County in 2025 (273 single-family), 1.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Ramsey County get to work?
62.5% of Ramsey County's workers drive alone and 20.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.9%.
| Measure | Ramsey County | Minnesota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 68.4%±0.5 pts | 68.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9%±0.4 pts | 4.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 62.5%±0.7 pts | 68.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.3%±0.5 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 3.7%±0.3 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Walked | 2.9%±0.3 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 20.5%±0.6 pts | 17.6% | +15.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.4 min±0.3 | 22.7 min | −2.8 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Ramsey County's census tracts?
Ramsey County is divided into 143 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $23,893 (Tract 337) to $211,887 (Tract 406.01).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Ramsey County compare with Minnesota's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 2nd of 87 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 74th of 87 |
| Residents per square mile | 1st of 87 |
| Median household income | 18th of 87 |
| Median home value | 12th of 87 |
| Median gross rent | 8th of 87 |
| Poverty rate | 21st of 87 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 6th of 87 |
| Median age | 80th of 87 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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