Becker County

Becker County, MN has a population of approximately 34,500. The racial makeup is about 87% White, 6% Native American, 1% Black or African American, 0.5% Asian, with the remainder being other races or from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race make up around 2% of the population. The median age is approximately 43 years, and the median household income is roughly $54,000. Families constitute about 70% of households.

Becker County, MN, has a median home value of approximately $230,000. The homeownership rate stands at around 77%, with a median household income of $59,000. Renters constitute about 23% of the population, with median monthly rent at $780. The county has experienced a 5% annual home appreciation rate recently. Approximately 50% of homes are single-family residences, while the rest are multi-family units, mobile homes, or seasonal/recreational properties. The vacancy rate hovers around 15%, reflecting a mix of seasonal and year-round housing opportunities.

As of the most recent elections, Becker County, Minnesota, holds elections for various positions including county commissioners, sheriff, county attorney, and other local offices.

In the 2022 general elections:

• Tim Gordon won the sheriff’s race with 8,678 votes, defeating his opponent who garnered 4,962 votes.
• For county commissioner seats, candidates included Barry Nelson (District 1), who secured re-election with 2,346 votes, and Matt Okeson (District 2) who won with 2,014 votes.

Becker County typically sees voter turnouts ranging between 60-70% in general elections. Essential local ballot measures and school bonds often accompany these races, directly impacting local governance and community projects. Detailed and up-to-date information can be accessed through the Becker County official website or the Minnesota Secretary of State's office.

As of the most recent data, Becker County, MN has a relatively high level of educational attainment. Approximately 92% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly above the national average of around 90%. About 22% of Becker County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 33%. In Minnesota as a whole, approximately 94% have at least a high school diploma and about 35% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Thus, while Becker County performs well in high school graduation rates, it lags behind both the state and national averages in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the most recent data, Becker County, MN has an employment rate of around 64%. The top industries in Becker County include healthcare and social assistance (employing approximately 20% of the workforce), retail trade (15%), and educational services (10%).

When compared to national averages, Becker County shows a higher percentage of employment in healthcare and social assistance, which nationally stands around 14%. Retail trade employment is fairly comparable to the national average of about 11%.

In comparison to Minnesota state averages, Becker County has a slightly higher concentration in healthcare and social assistance; statewide, this industry employs around 17%. Retail employment in Becker County is also higher than the state average of about 10%.

Educational services in Becker County are close to the national average of about 9%, and slightly higher than the Minnesota state average of approximate 8%.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Becker County, MN is approximately $61,000 annually. In comparison, the average household income for the state of Minnesota is about $81,000, and the national average is $68,700.

From this data, it is evident that Becker County falls below both the Minnesota state average and the national average in terms of household income.

As of the latest data available up to 2023, Becker County, MN, has experienced moderate crime rates relative to both state and national averages. Here are some notable crime statistics:

These figures are estimates based on crime data reported by local law enforcement agencies and collated by larger national databases. Local initiatives and continued community engagement are essential to maintaining or improving these statistics. Always refer to the latest reports and verified sources for the most current data.