Lac Qui Parle County

Lac Qui Parle County, MN, has a population of approximately 6,400. The racial demographic is predominantly White (over 95%), with small percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and Hispanic residents. The median age is around 47 years, indicating an older population. The county experiences low population density with roughly 8 people per square mile. The median household income is approximately $50,000, and around 15% of the population lives below the poverty line. Education levels show about 90% high school graduates and 20% with a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the most recent data, Lac qui Parle County, MN has a median home value of approximately $100,000. The homeownership rate sits around 80%, reflecting a strong community of owners rather than renters. Median monthly housing costs for homeowners with a mortgage are about $1,000, while those without a mortgage are significantly lower, around $450. Housing units in the county number roughly 4,200, with a vacant housing rate of around 15%. The median rent is approximately $600 per month. These figures are subject to change as new data becomes available.

Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota's most recent election was held in 2022. Key positions included County Commissioner seats, Sheriff, and various city officials. For the county commissioner positions, District 1 saw candidates John Rohloff (incumbent) and Justin Dahl, with Rohloff receiving approximately 60% of the vote. In District 2, Fred Oberg was the sole contender, winning unopposed.

The Sheriff's race included candidates Allen Anderson (incumbent) and challenger Richard Gast. Anderson secured re-election with around 65% of the vote. City positions in towns such as Madison, Dawson, and Boyd were also contested, with mayoral and city council seats being the main focus.

For detailed results and additional candidate information, refer to the official Lac qui Parle County government website or local news sources as they provide comprehensive and updated election data.

Lac Qui Parle County, MN has an educational attainment profile reflecting a predominantly rural character. Approximately 89.2% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5% and the Minnesota state average of 93.1%. Around 21.4% of the county's population hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below both the national average of 34.3% and the Minnesota state average of 36.9%. These figures indicate that while the county has strong high school graduation rates, it lags behind in higher education achievements compared to both national and state levels.

As of the latest data, Lac Qui Parle County, MN, has an employment figure of approximately 3,000 individuals in the labor force. Key industries include agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, which employ around 20% of the workforce. Other significant sectors are education, health care, and social assistance, comprising about 25%, and manufacturing at 10%.

In comparison to national averages, Lac Qui Parle County has a higher proportion of employment in agriculture (nationally around 1.6%) and relatively lower figures in technology and professional services. At the state level, Minnesota also has a more diversified economy, with stronger representation in industries like finance and insurance (around 7.4% statewide) and healthcare (14.4% statewide).

This distribution highlights the county's rural character, emphasizing primary sector activities over tertiary services and advanced manufacturing compared to broader Minnesota and U.S. trends.

As of the latest data available, Lac Qui Parle County, Minnesota, has an average household income of approximately $55,000 annually. This is lower than the national average household income, which is around $70,000. Comparatively, Minnesota's state average household income is about $74,000.

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These figures indicate that Lac Qui Parle County's average household income lags behind both the state and national averages.

As of the most recent available data, Lac Qui Parle County, MN, generally has a lower crime rate compared to national averages. The following table summarizes the number of reported incidents for various types of crimes:

These figures reflect that crime in Lac Qui Parle County is relatively low, especially for violent and property crimes. The county focuses on community policing and preventive measures to maintain public safety. However, residents should continue to observe caution and participate in local safety programs.