Rock County

Rock County, MN has a population of approximately 9,500 people. The racial composition is around 94% White, 2% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and 3% Hispanic or Latino. The median age is about 41 years. The average household size is 2.4, and the median household income is approximately $55,000. Around 10% of the population lives below the poverty line. The area covers 483 square miles, with a population density of about 19.7 people per square mile.

As of recent data, Rock County, MN has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. Homeownership stands at about 75%, while the vacancy rate is roughly 6%. The average household size is 2.4 people. Housing stock predominantly consists of single-family homes. The county experiences a moderate demand for housing with a relatively stable real estate market.

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

In the 2022 elections, candidate information included:

• County Commissioners: Five seats with incumbents and new candidates running.

  • District 1: Todd J. Wietkamp (Incumbent)
  • District 2: Duane Bakken (Incumbent)
  • District 3: Bill DeBeer (Incumbent)
  • District 4: Arnie Vickerman (Challenger) vs. Kyle Post (Incumbent)
  • District 5: Lucas Haan (Challenger) vs. Andrew Wieneke (Incumbent)

• Sheriff: Evan Verbrugge ran unopposed as the incumbent sheriff.

• County Attorney: Jeffrey Haubrich sought re-election.

Voter turnout in Rock County is generally high, with the 2020 presidential election seeing a turnout rate of approximately 80% among registered voters. For detailed and current information, visit the Rock County official website or contact the Rock County auditor's office.

As of the latest data, Rock County, MN, shows the following educational attainment for residents aged 25 and over:

• High school diploma or higher: Approximately 92.8%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: Around 21.3%

For a comparison, the United States averages are:

• High school diploma or higher: 88.5%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 32.1%

In Minnesota:

• High school diploma or higher: 93.4%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 36.8%

Rock County exceeds the national average for high school graduation but falls below both the state and national averages for bachelor's degrees. This suggests that while the county has commendable high school diploma rates, there's room for improvement in higher education attainment compared to broader benchmarks.

Rock County, MN, had an estimated population of around 9,500 in 2021. As of recent data, the unemployment rate in the county was approximately 3.1%, which is lower than the national average of 4.8% and the Minnesota state average of 3.3%. Major industries include agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare. Agriculture is a significant sector, reflecting the county's rural nature; manufacturing provides substantial employment, with companies producing machinery and food products; and healthcare services are a growing field. Compared to national averages, Rock County has a higher proportion of employment in agriculture and a lower proportion in professional, scientific, and technical services. Statewide, Minnesota also leans towards manufacturing but has a more diversified economy overall, with significant employment in finance, insurance, and technology sectors.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Rock County, MN, is roughly $68,000. To provide context, the median household income in the United States is approximately $68,700, while the state of Minnesota reports a median of around $71,300. Rock County's income levels are slightly below both the national and state averages.

Income Comparison

In summary, Rock County's average household income is competitive but still trails the national and state figures by a small margin.

As of the most recent data available, Rock County, MN, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. Below are the crime statistics for Rock County for a recent year:

These figures illustrate that while property crimes are more prevalent, violent crimes, especially severe ones like murder and robbery, are extremely rare in Rock County.