Crow Wing County

Crow Wing County, MN, has a population of approximately 65,055 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White (93.7%), with small percentages of Black or African American (0.8%), Native American (1.0%), Asian (0.6%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race account for 1.8%. The median household income is around $57,000. The population is distributed across various age groups, with 21% under 18, 23% over 65, and the median age is 46.5 years.

As of 2023, Crow Wing County, MN, has a median home value around $235,000. The housing market has seen a 6.4% increase over the past year. Rent averages $975 per month. The homeownership rate is approximately 78%. There are around 35,000 housing units, with a vacancy rate of 15%, reflecting the county's popularity for seasonal homes. The median household income is $58,000. Construction of new homes is steady, with an emphasis on single-family residences.

As of the 2022 General Elections, Crow Wing County, MN had several key races.

1. U.S. Representative District 8:

   • Pete Stauber (R): Incumbent, won with 64% of the vote.
   • Jen Schultz (DFL): Received 34% of the vote.

2. Minnesota State Senate District 6:

   • Justin Eichorn (R): Incumbent, won with 65% of the vote.
   • Benjamin DeNucci (DFL): Received 35% of the vote.

3. Minnesota House of Representatives:

   • House District 6A:
     • Julie Sandstede (DFL): Incumbent, received 51% of the vote.
     • Roger Skraba (R): Won with 49% of the vote.
   • House District 6B:
     • Dave Lislegard (DFL): Incumbent, unopposed, received 100% of the vote.

4. County Commissioner Districts:

   • Different districts had varied candidates, with tight races in some areas.

Republican

Crow Wing County, MN, exhibits an educational attainment pattern comparable to national and state averages, though with subtle nuances. According to the latest available data:

• High School Diploma or Higher: Approximately 92.7% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, closely mirroring the national average of around 88.5% and slightly above the Minnesota state average of about 92%.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: Around 24% of adults in Crow Wing County hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is slightly lower than the U.S. national average of about 32% and the Minnesota state average of roughly 35%.

These figures suggest that while Crow Wing County is in line with national trends concerning high school completion, it lags somewhat in terms of higher education attainment. Efforts to enhance access to and the quality of post-secondary education could bridge this gap moving forward.

As of the most recent data, Crow Wing County, MN, has a labor force of around 35,000 individuals. The unemployment rate stands at approximately 4.5%, which is close to the national average of 3.8% and slightly higher than Minnesota's state average of 3.4%.

Top industries in Crow Wing County include Healthcare and Social Assistance (employing roughly 17.4%), Retail Trade (14.5%), and Accommodation and Food Services (10.3%). The Manufacturing sector also holds significant employment, accounting for about 12.7% of jobs.

For comparison:

• Nationally, Healthcare and Social Assistance employs about 14.8% of the workforce, Retail Trade 10.9%, and Manufacturing 8.5%.
• In Minnesota, Healthcare employs approximately 16.7%, Retail Trade 10.5%, and Manufacturing 11.6%.

Thus, Crow Wing County leans more heavily on Healthcare, Retail, and Manufacturing compared to national and state averages.

As of the most recent data, Crow Wing County, MN, has a median household income of approximately $54,000. By comparison, the median household income in Minnesota is higher at around $73,000. Nationally, the median household income stands at about $68,700.

Here's a quick statistics table for clarity:

Crow Wing County's income is noticeably lower than both the state and national averages, reflecting potential economic disparities within the region.

As of the latest available data, Crow Wing County, Minnesota has a varied crime rate, similar to other counties of its size. Here are some key statistics:

Crow Wing County's overall crime rate remains notably lower than the national average, especially in violent crime categories. For the most up-to-date and detailed statistics, visiting official resources like the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program and local law enforcement reports is recommended.