Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 101 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,535 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 2,080 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 3,363 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,880 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,624 (28.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,595 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $206,130 ▼ 26% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $841/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,992 |
| Vacant Units | 2,448 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Polk County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 16 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,186 residents. With a median age of 39.51, it is a middle-aged county.
Polk County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $70,595 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Polk County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $206,130 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $841. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Polk County are primarily White (84.4%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Polk County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56517 | Beltrami | 256 | $106,250 | $144,700 | — | 1.6% | 45.8% |
| 56523 | Climax | 391 | $54,400 | $144,800 | $825 | 2.9% | 49.4% |
| 56716 | Crookston | 8,991 | $56,781 | $178,200 | $828 | 3.4% | 43.2% |
| 56721 | East Grand Forks | 10,791 | $83,633 | $247,200 | $876 | 3.2% | 45.7% |
| 56535 | Erskine | 1,290 | $57,917 | $215,200 | $836 | 3.3% | 39.7% |
| 56722 | Euclid | 351 | $88,438 | $217,300 | — | 2.8% | 38.4% |
| 56540 | Fertile | 1,838 | $77,500 | $185,600 | $774 | 4.6% | 43.3% |
| 56723 | Fisher | 912 | $108,333 | $214,400 | $1,037 | 5.7% | 53.2% |
| 56542 | Fosston | 2,435 | $57,750 | $176,800 | $800 | 7.3% | 40.2% |
| 56646 | Gully | 343 | $42,422 | $212,500 | $1,042 | 5.6% | 26.9% |
| 56651 | Lengby | 638 | $67,031 | $178,000 | $1,125 | 3.2% | 49.2% |
| 56556 | Mcintosh | 1,298 | $62,955 | $149,400 | $570 | 2.7% | 45.6% |
| 56736 | Mentor | 670 | $81,500 | $336,100 | $796 | 1.5% | 36.4% |
| 56568 | Nielsville | 106 | $42,188 | $154,200 | $450 | 2.1% | 37.0% |
| 56684 | Trail | 304 | $68,333 | $138,800 | — | 4.8% | 24.2% |
| 56592 | Winger | 572 | $58,750 | $139,600 | $813 | 0.4% | 32.3% |