Total Population
36,472
Population
Growth Rate
0.06%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
28.900
Carlton County, MN
County Seat: Carlton
Carlton County in northeastern Minnesota offers abundant opportunities for growth oriented companies. The region’s wood products industries form a strong, stable, base that complements and supports many other manufacturing, service, and retail businesses.
Two key transportation arteries, Interstate 35 and Minnesota Highway 210, converge in Carlton County. They combine with exceptional railroad infrastructure and close proximity to Great Lakes shipping to create an ideal location from which to manufacture and deliver goods. Carlton County also features quality K-12 and higher education, community health care and many recreational opportunities.
| Year | Population | Households | Average Household Size | Average Household Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 35,740 | 13,750 | 2.45 | $62,116 |
| 2020 | 36,063 | 13,901 | 2.45 | $70,588 |
Source: Northland Connection, ESRI
Population
Housing & Income
Households
13,938
Total Housing Units
15,902
Owner Occupied
11,343
Renter Occupied
2,595
Vacant
1,964
Median Home Value
$233,675
Average Home Value
$262,942
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.69%
Income Projection
Median Household
$68,306 $76,517
Average Household
$90,380 $102,701
Per Capita
$34,569 $39,469
Workforce
Total Businesses
1,074
Total Employed
18,523
Workers 16+
16,015
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
108
Employed
4,031
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
105
Employed
3,154
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
43
Employed
2,009
2023 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
77
Employed
1,374
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
137
Employed
1,358
2023 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
35
Employed
1,351
Some
High School
907
Graduated
High School
6,771
Associates
Degree
3,839
Bachelor's
Degree
4,418
Graduate
Degree
2,207
Average Commute Time
22 min.
Resident Commuters
9,486
Non-Resident Commuters
5,860
Drive Alone
13,018
Carpooled
1,315
Public
68
Work At Home
998
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