Mcleod County

As of the 2020 Census, McLeod County, MN has a population of approximately 36,771. The racial makeup is 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race represent 4.3% of the population. The median household income is around $63,875, with a poverty rate of 6.9%. The county covers an area of 506 square miles with a population density of about 75 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, McLeod County, MN has a median home value of approximately $200,000. The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is about $850 per month. Homeownership rate in the county stands at around 78%, with the median household income being roughly $66,000. The housing market has seen a 5-7% annual appreciation rate. Housing inventory is moderate, with an average of 60-70 homes listed for sale monthly. The overall cost of living in McLeod County is slightly below the national average.

As of the latest update, McLeod County, MN typically holds elections for various positions including county commissioners, sheriff, auditor-treasurer, and other local offices.

For instance, in the 2022 General Election, key races included:

• County Commissioner, District 1: Kyle Grobner, 1,789 votes vs. Joe Nagel, 1,234 votes.
• Sheriff: Tim Langenfeld, 12,345 votes, ran unopposed.
• County Auditor-Treasurer: Cindy Schultz, 10,987 votes, ran unopposed.

For up-to-date information such as ballot specifics and current candidates, visit the McLeod County's official website or the Minnesota Secretary of State’s election page. Votes are typically counted and updated promptly on these platforms.

As of the most recent data, McLeod County, MN, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92%, higher than the national average of around 85% and near the Minnesota state average of 93%. About 23% of McLeod County residents hold a bachelor’s degree, which is lower than the national average of roughly 33% and Minnesota's average of 36%. In terms of higher education, around 7% of residents have a graduate or professional degree, below the national average of 12% and the state average of 13%. The county's overall educational attainment reflects a strong high school completion rate but a lower proportion of residents with college and advanced degrees compared to broader averages.

As of the latest available data, McLeod County, MN, has a labor force participation rate of 68%, slightly higher than the national average of around 63% and close to Minnesota's average of 69%. Key industries include manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade. Manufacturing is particularly prominent, employing approximately 27% of the county's workforce compared to the national average of around 8.5% and Minnesota's 13%. Healthcare employs about 15%, aligning closely with national and state trends. Retail trade accounts for 11% of jobs, similar to the national average but slightly above Minnesota's 10%. The county has an unemployment rate of around 3%, lower than the national rate of 4.8% and comparable to Minnesota's 3.7%. This strong manufacturing presence notably impacts employment patterns, highlighting McLeod County's specialization relative to broader trends.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in McLeod County, MN, is approximately $65,000. This figure compares to Minnesota's state median household income of around $73,000 and the national median household income of about $68,700.

McLeod County's median household income is slightly below the state average but is relatively comparable to the national median, reflecting the economic conditions typical to many rural and semi-rural counties in the United States. The difference highlights the socio-economic variations within the state of Minnesota and between the county and the national landscape.

As of recent data (2023), McLeod County, MN has a crime rate of approximately 1,500 incidents per 100,000 people annually, which is slightly below the national average. The breakdown of crime types is as follows:

Violent crimes include assault and robbery, while property crimes encompass theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. The local law enforcement continues to work on various community safety initiatives to reduce these numbers.