[1] As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 311 people, 116 households, and 93 families residing in the township.

The racial makeup of the township was 97.43% White, 2.25% Asian, and 0.32% from two or more races.

17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Carson Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Jim Hagedorn, a Republican.

At the state level, Carson Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.