Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 68 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,913 (34%) |
| Some College | 1,618 (18.9%) |
| Associates | 1,531 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 937 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,505 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,901 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $224,867 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,029/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,024 |
| Vacant Units | 898 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kanabec County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,099 residents. With a median age of 43.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Kanabec County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,901 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Kanabec County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $224,867 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,029. Homeownership rates are high at 81.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kanabec County are primarily White (93.44%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Kanabec County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 2 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.