Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -1.80 |
| Below Poverty | 16.2% ▲ 62% above avg |
| College Grads | 53.1% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 221 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,964 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 2,579 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 3,652 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,359 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,739 (42.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,114 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $248,900 ▼ 11% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,019/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,382 |
| Vacant Units | 918 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Moorhead is a city in Minnesota, located in Clay County. The city spans 4 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 46,012 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 32.17 years.
Economically, Moorhead is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $71,114 is near the national average. Approximately 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Moorhead is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $248,900, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,019 per month.
The population of Moorhead is well-educated. 53.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (81.41%).
Moorhead, MN offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Minnesota. Spread across 4 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56560 | 44,156 | $71,114 | $248,900 | $1,019 | 4.3% | 55.3% | 59.7% |