Swift County

As of the 2020 Census, Swift County, Minnesota, had a population of approximately 9,738. The racial makeup was 92.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 4.9% Hispanic or Latino. The county had a median age of 44.6 years and a median household income of $54,311. Approximately 14.1% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 752 square miles.

Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau
• Minnesota Demographic Center

As of recent data, Swift County, MN has a median home value of approximately $110,000. The median monthly rent is around $650. Homeownership stands at about 77%, while 23% of residents rent. The housing market shows a modest annual appreciation rate of around 2-3%. The county has roughly 4,500 housing units, with a vacancy rate near 10%. Residential properties primarily consist of single-family homes, with a smaller mix of apartments and mobile homes.

Swift County, MN, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. Key positions often include County Commissioners, Sheriff, County Attorney, and City Council members.

• Voter Registration: As of the most recent data, there are approximately 6,500 registered voters in Swift County.
• Recent Elections (2022):
  • County Commissioner: Multiple districts with incumbents and challengers. For example, District 1 had John Ravnaas running.
  • Sheriff: Incumbent John Holtz ran unopposed.
  • County Attorney: Danielle Olson ran unopposed.
  • City Council (Benson): Three seats. For instance, Lucas Olson and Jack Evenson were candidates.

Election results and candidates may vary based on the election cycle, and up-to-date information can be found on the Swift County official website or the Minnesota Secretary of State's website.

As of the latest data, Swift County, MN, shows educational attainment statistics that can be compared to state and national averages. About 89.7% of Swift County residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, slightly below the Minnesota state average of approximately 92.4% and the national average of 88.0%. For higher education, around 18.1% of Swift County adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is under the state's average of 36.2% and the national average of 33.1%. These statistics indicate that while most of the population has completed high school, the county lags behind state and national levels when it comes to higher education achievements.

As of the latest data, Swift County, MN has an employment figure of approximately 4,000 individuals. The unemployment rate is around 3.2%, slightly below the national average of 3.7% and lower than Minnesota's statewide average of 3.4%.

Top industries in Swift County include:

1. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
2. Manufacturing
3. Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance
4. Retail Trade
5. Public Administration

Agriculture and manufacturing are particularly significant, constituting over 30% of the employment in the county, compared to the national average of around 1.3% for agriculture and 8.5% for manufacturing. Educational services and health care engage about 20% of the workforce, similar to national trends. Retail trade is also prominent, reflecting both local and broader patterns in employment distribution.

The data indicates Swift County has a stronger emphasis on agriculture and manufacturing compared to state and national figures.

As of the latest available data, Swift County, MN has a median household income of approximately $56,000. For context, the median household income in Minnesota is around $74,000, and the national median is approximately $68,700. This places Swift County below both the state and national averages. Here’s a brief statistics table for clarity:

Swift County’s income level suggests it is a bit economically challenged compared to the state and national levels, which could impact local economic policy and development programs.

As of the latest data available, Swift County, MN has a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages.

Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents (2021):

• Violent Crimes: 1.79
• Property Crimes: 10.23

Crime Statistics Table

Note: These are approximate figures and subject to change based on annual reporting and updates from local law enforcement agencies.

Swift County's low crime rate makes it one of the safer regions in Minnesota.