Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.8% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 894 (21.1%) |
| Some College | 430 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 514 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 492 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,899 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,074 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $293,267 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,002/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,024 |
| Vacant Units | 3,324 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cook County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,633 residents. With a median age of 51.98, it is a mature county.
Cook County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $70,073 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Cook County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $293,267 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,001. Homeownership rates are high at 79.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cook County are primarily White (84.31%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 55.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Cook County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55604 | Grand Marais | 3,613 | $71,458 | $307,100 | $1,036 | 1.2% | 60.6% |
| 55605 | Grand Portage | 612 | $52,750 | $139,400 | $613 | 8.2% | 31.8% |
| 55606 | Hovland | 204 | $72,917 | $275,000 | — | 0.0% | 52.8% |
| 55612 | Lutsen | 549 | $83,893 | $423,300 | $1,013 | 2.4% | 68.1% |
| 55613 | Schroeder | 250 | $74,688 | $293,300 | — | 0.0% | 40.7% |
| 55615 | Tofte | 405 | $60,893 | $235,300 | $1,266 | 6.1% | 43.3% |