Total Population
44,968
Population
Growth Rate
-0.01%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
21.900
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11
Itasca County, MN
County Seat: Grand Rapids
Itasca County in northern Minnesota boasts two million acres, one thousand lakes and one mighty Mississippi River. Long a popular vacation destination, the region is attracting a growing number of technology-based companies and manufacturers, who appreciate operating in a small-town environment with big-time amenities.
A modern airport and well-developed transportation system, robust telecommunications infrastructure, exceptional training and educational opportunities, competitive industrial property, skilled and available workforce and business-friendly climate are just a few of reasons Itasca County communities are experiencing economic growth.
| Year | Population | Households | Average Household Size | Average Household Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 45,562 | 19,238 | 2.32 | $60,868 |
| 2020 | 46,404 | 19,682 | 2.31 | $68,024 |
Source: Northland Connection, ESRI
Population
Housing & Income
Households
19,034
Total Housing Units
25,508
Owner Occupied
15,176
Renter Occupied
3,858
Vacant
6,474
Median Home Value
$264,112
Average Home Value
$321,947
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
3.04%
Income Projection
Median Household
$70,058 $80,901
Average Household
$92,770 $107,120
Per Capita
$39,300 $45,655
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11
Workforce
Total Businesses
2,191
Total Employed
19,767
Workers 16+
18,780
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
217
Employed
4,050
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
285
Employed
2,274
2024 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
192
Employed
1,790
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
48
Employed
1,743
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
151
Employed
1,714
2024 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
342
Employed
1,328
Some
High School
1,311
Graduated
High School
8,925
Associates
Degree
5,291
Bachelor's
Degree
5,379
Graduate
Degree
3,011
Average Commute Time
24 min.
Resident Commuters
15,609
Non-Resident Commuters
2,868
Drive Alone
14,308
Carpooled
2,082
Public
184
Work At Home
1,453
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11
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