Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 10.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.4% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 189 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,232 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 2,838 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 3,372 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 3,279 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,581 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,445 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,332 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $883/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,346 |
| Vacant Units | 5,524 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Becker County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 33,362 residents. With a median age of 44.06, it is a middle-aged county.
Becker County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,445 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Becker County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $278,332 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $882. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Becker County are primarily White (85.45%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Becker County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 13 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56511 | Audubon | 1,942 | $87,375 | $373,300 | $950 | 2.3% | 46.6% |
| 56521 | Callaway | 718 | $71,741 | $166,800 | $732 | 3.0% | 31.7% |
| 56501 | Detroit Lakes | 18,239 | $68,980 | $286,900 | $942 | 3.8% | 46.4% |
| 56544 | Frazee | 5,609 | $72,742 | $235,900 | $882 | 2.8% | 36.9% |
| 56554 | Lake Park | 2,687 | $91,379 | $306,200 | $795 | 1.5% | 50.1% |
| 56569 | Ogema | 1,268 | $56,250 | $188,600 | $725 | 5.4% | 32.3% |
| 56570 | Osage | 1,130 | $65,938 | $273,800 | $700 | 11.4% | 36.0% |
| 56575 | Ponsford | 647 | $55,673 | $268,800 | $688 | 12.1% | 37.8% |
| 56578 | Rochert | 648 | $93,750 | $320,900 | — | 2.5% | 58.7% |
| 56591 | White Earth | 474 | $17,045 | — | $198 | 21.1% | 4.7% |