East Grand Forks, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Grand Forks County County
East Grand Forks, MN
At a Glance
How East Grand Forks Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Grand Forks's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Grand Forks a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Grand Forks residents earn a median household income of $74,618 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,017. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,774 business establishments, including 198 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Grand Forks is $243,800 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $297,460. Median rent is $872/month, with 33.0% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
East Grand Forks reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 282/100K.
Education
28.9% of adults in East Grand Forks hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Grand Forks has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches.