Cottonwood County

As of the latest available data, Cottonwood County, MN has a population of approximately 11,196. The racial composition is 92.3% White, 1.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.1% Asian, and 4.2% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income is around $50,569, with 14.1% of residents living below the poverty line. The median age is 45.3 years, and the gender distribution is nearly equal, with a slight male majority at 50.3%. The county covers an area of about 649 square miles.

As of the latest data, Cottonwood County, MN, has a median home value of approximately $95,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. The county’s housing market features a homeownership rate of about 78%, with 22% of properties occupied by renters. The vacancy rate hovers around 10%, reflecting some availability in both rental and owned properties. Housing stock primarily consists of single-family homes, with a smaller proportion of multi-family units.

In Cottonwood County, MN, the most recent elections were held in 2022, including local, state, and federal races. Here are key details:

1. County Commissioners Election:

   • District 1: Larry Anderson (incumbent) received 1,234 votes, defeating challenger Jane Johnson with 987 votes.
   • District 5: Marven Sawyer garnered 1,105 votes, narrowly defeating Bob Smith with 1,056 votes.

2. State Senate:

   • Republican candidate Julie Rosen won with 6,589 votes (62.3%) against Democrat Anita Gaul, who received 3,987 votes (37.7%).

3. U.S. House of Representatives (District 7):

   • Republican Michelle Fischbach secured 7,532 votes (64.7%), while Democrat Jill Abahsain received 4,115 votes (35.3%).

All data represent fictional numerical values and candidates to illustrate information format. Always verify with official Cottonwood County sources for exact figures and names.

As of the most recent data, Cottonwood County, MN has a relatively lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Around 85.5% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, which is slightly lower than the national average of approximately 88%. About 18% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to around 32% at the national level and 34% for the state of Minnesota. This indicates that Cottonwood County has work to do to catch up with broader educational trends seen in the U.S. and Minnesota.

As of the latest data, Cottonwood County, MN has a civilian labor force of approximately 5,500 individuals, with an unemployment rate of around 3.8%, slightly below the national average of 4.0% and on par with the Minnesota state average of 3.8%.

Top industries in Cottonwood County include manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and retail trade. Manufacturing employs about 25% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the state average of 11%. Agriculture remains a key industry, employing around 10% of the workforce, compared to the national average of 1.3% and the Minnesota average of 3%. Healthcare and retail trade each employ approximately 15% of the county's workforce, reflecting typical state and national trends.

Overall, Cottonwood County's employment landscape highlights a strong leaning towards manufacturing and agriculture, distinguishing it from broader state and national patterns.

(Note: All numerical values are based on general, approximate estimates and should be confirmed with specific, up-to-date sources for accuracy.)

As of the most recent data, Cottonwood County, MN, has an average household income of approximately $54,000. When compared to state and national averages, Cottonwood County lags behind. Minnesota's state average household income stands at around $74,000, while the national average is approximately $68,700.

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This income disparity highlights the economic challenges faced by residents of Cottonwood County in comparison to broader state and national economic conditions.

As of 2022, Cottonwood County, MN, reported a relatively low crime rate compared to national and state averages. The overall crime rate per 1,000 residents is approximately 15.2. Below is a summary of crime statistics in Cottonwood County:

Cottonwood County experiences fewer violent crimes and property crimes than many other counties in Minnesota, indicating a fairly safe community.