Aitkin, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Aitkin County County
Aitkin, MN
At a Glance
How Aitkin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Aitkin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Aitkin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Aitkin residents earn a median household income of $45,813 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,091. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 476 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Aitkin is $172,800 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,757. Median rent is $657/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Aitkin reports 47 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,349/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in Aitkin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Aitkin has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches.