Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.3% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,409 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 6,123 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 7,691 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 7,333 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,633 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,711 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $283,039 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $975/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 44,371 |
| Vacant Units | 14,178 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Crow Wing County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 71,237 residents. With a median age of 44.88, it is a middle-aged county.
Crow Wing County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,710 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 9.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Crow Wing County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $283,039 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $974. Homeownership rates are high at 78.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Crow Wing County are primarily White (93.46%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Crow Wing County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56425 | Baxter | 8,729 | $71,294 | $299,900 | $1,115 | 2.1% | 54.1% |
| 56401 | Brainerd | 31,749 | $70,269 | $237,900 | $918 | 5.8% | 39.9% |
| 56441 | Crosby | 3,328 | $50,705 | $193,600 | $839 | 5.7% | 33.4% |
| 56442 | Crosslake | 2,895 | $85,179 | $534,100 | $1,071 | 2.7% | 45.4% |
| 56444 | Deerwood | 3,385 | $74,265 | $318,500 | $850 | 4.3% | 50.5% |
| 56447 | Emily | 832 | $66,875 | $323,000 | $1,583 | 4.1% | 42.3% |
| 56448 | Fifty Lakes | 412 | $77,917 | $392,000 | — | 2.5% | 53.3% |
| 56449 | Fort Ripley | 1,824 | $77,813 | $266,900 | $1,106 | 3.1% | 38.3% |
| 56450 | Garrison | 969 | $59,076 | $190,900 | $933 | 9.1% | 27.6% |
| 56455 | Ironton | 1,670 | $65,962 | $200,000 | $994 | 7.9% | 42.0% |
| 56465 | Merrifield | 2,313 | $70,417 | $324,500 | $1,598 | 14.0% | 48.6% |
| 56468 | Nisswa | 4,367 | $103,698 | $437,000 | $995 | 2.2% | 55.7% |
| 56472 | Pequot Lakes | 8,764 | $81,938 | $299,900 | $848 | 6.2% | 48.8% |