Total Population
10,909
Population
Growth Rate
-0.22%
Median Age
52
Diversity Index
12.500
Lake County, MN
County Seat: Two Harbors
Lake County in northeastern Minnesota is known for its rustic beauty, with four state parks on its Lake Superior shoreline and parts of the Superior National Forest and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness within its borders. It also is an attractive location for businesses. Major industries in Lake County are mining, logging, wood products, shipping and transportation, manufacturing, health care and tourism. Two cities are operating harbors for Great Lakes shipping. The county offers great schools, a modern hospital, easy highway and rail access, skilled workers and many business incentives.
| Year | Population | Households | Average Household Size | Average Household Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10,791 | 4,813 | 2.20 | $61,801 |
| 2020 | 10,754 | 4,817 | 2.19 | $69,266 |
Source: Northland Connection, ESRI
Population
Housing & Income
Households
4,908
Total Housing Units
7,325
Owner Occupied
4,125
Renter Occupied
783
Vacant
2,417
Median Home Value
$241,972
Average Home Value
$305,164
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.82%
Income Projection
Median Household
$66,675 $74,164
Average Household
$86,644 $98,410
Per Capita
$39,013 $44,823
Workforce
Total Businesses
549
Total Employed
6,229
Workers 16+
4,800
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
43
Employed
1,185
2023 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
81
Employed
1,152
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
68
Employed
706
2023 Accommodation Businesses
Businesses
51
Employed
697
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
56
Employed
614
2023 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
24
Employed
549
Some
High School
346
Graduated
High School
2,271
Associates
Degree
1,402
Bachelor's
Degree
1,546
Graduate
Degree
770
Average Commute Time
23 min.
Resident Commuters
3,531
Non-Resident Commuters
1,209
Drive Alone
3,643
Carpooled
391
Public
14
Work At Home
493
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WHY APEX
"APEX plays a critical role in identifying and devising strategies for economic growth and development throughout the region."
Andy Reierson, CEO, Flint Group
"2023 Top State for Business"
CNBC