Carver County, county in Minnesota, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 106,565 inhabitants. The county was created 169 years ago in 1855. Its county seat is Chaska.
There are 18 city/town in Carver County, MN. The largest city of Carver County is Chaska with a population of 27,272. Other cities include, Chanhassen population 26,546, Victoria population 10,667, Carver population 5,863, Norwood Young America population 3,794
Located just southwest of Minneapolis, Carver County offers a blend of small town charm and rural landscapes. The county seat, Chaska, provides a vibrant downtown along the Minnesota River, as well as historical attractions like the Jonathan Carver House.
Small towns like Watertown, Mayer, and Cologne showcase classic Midwestern living with their quaint downtowns and surrounding farmland. Outdoorsy towns like Victoria and Waconia provide access to lakes, trails, and natural scenery at spots like Lake Minnewashta and Carver Park Reserve.
Further west, the small farming towns of Henderson, Carver, and San Francisco Township retain their agricultural heritage and offer quiet country vibes. Throughout the county, seasonal farmer’s markets, unique shops and eateries, and family-friendly festivals give a taste of quintessential Minnesota.
With its scenic landscapes, an abundance of parks and recreation, and charming small town communities, Carver County encapsulates many cornerstones of life in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Its towns provide the perfect spots to experience Midwest culture while enjoying natural beauty just outside the metro.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Carver County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Augusta | Human settlement in United States of America | 102 |
Benton | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 824 |
Carver | City in Carver County, Minnesota | 5,863 |
Chanhassen | City in Minnesota, United States | 26,546 |
Chaska | City in Minnesota | 27,272 |
Cologne | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 1,860 |
Dahlgren | Township in Carver County, Minnesota | 890 |
Hamburg | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 526 |
Hazelton | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota | 96 |
Hollywood | Unincorporated community in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 1,075 |
Maple | Human settlement in Waconia Township, Minnesota, United States of America | 411 |
Mayer | City in Minnesota, United States | 2,320 |
New Germany | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 422 |
Norwood Young America | City in Minnesota, United States | 3,794 |
Victoria | City in Minnesota, United States | 10,667 |
Waconia | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States | 1,194 |
Watertown | Township in Carver County, Minnesota | 1,189 |
Young America (historical) | 1,530 |