Total Population
44,660
Population
Growth Rate
-0.15%
Median Age
48
Diversity Index
22.200
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
18,953
Total Housing Units
25,319
Owner Occupied
15,682
Renter Occupied
3,271
Vacant
6,366
Median Home Value
$216,642
Average Home Value
$263,114
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.60%
Income Projection
Median Household
$59,773 $65,905
Average Household
$83,200 $93,576
Per Capita
$35,346 $40,194
Workforce
Total Businesses
2,170
Total Employed
19,304
Workers 16+
18,737
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
220
Employed
4,232
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
293
Employed
2,210
2023 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
195
Employed
1,864
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
145
Employed
1,715
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
47
Employed
1,528
2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
96
Employed
1,371
Some
High School
1,261
Graduated
High School
8,844
Associates
Degree
5,132
Bachelor's
Degree
5,850
Graduate
Degree
3,036
Average Commute Time
24 min.
Resident Commuters
15,542
Non-Resident Commuters
2,863
Drive Alone
14,614
Carpooled
1,886
Public
199
Work At Home
1,285
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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