Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 951 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 277 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 523 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 407 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 565 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,151 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $213,947 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $858/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,204 |
| Vacant Units | 1,561 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake of the Woods County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,712 residents. With a median age of 52.08, it is a mature county.
Lake of the Woods County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,150 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Lake of the Woods County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $213,947 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $858. Homeownership rates are high at 84.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake of the Woods County are primarily White (90.12%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lake of the Woods County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 4 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.