Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
30%
Over 65
12%
Carver
Carver, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$984
Population
6,341
Renter Mix
10% Rent
Small-town tranquility on the cusp of the Twin Cities
Quaint
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Historic
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Peaceful
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Riverside
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Family-Friendly
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Upscale
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Nestled alongside the western banks of the Minnesota River, Carver offers a true small-town atmosphere in a scenic locale. Carver’s quaint downtown area is stretched along Broadway Street, where historic buildings contain an array of local businesses in a walkable environment.
Carver provides a strong sense of community fostered by a collective family-oriented attitude, regular events, and a shared love of the outdoors. Residents enjoy a slew of recreational activities at numerous local parks and trails as well as on the Minnesota River. Carver rentals sit within 30 minutes’ driving distance of the Twin Cities, making them a popular choice for any commuters seeking a small-town vibe within close reach of Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,461
Average: $129,713
Education
2,290
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,466
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Carver has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
10%
Non-Renters
90%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Carver, MN is $984 for one bedroom, $1,154 for two bedrooms, and $1,414 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Carver has increased by 0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$984/month
723 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Carver, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
748 Students
Public
Grades K-5
108 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
- Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
- Riley Lake Park
- The Landing
- Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area
Military Bases
Airports
- Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.