Minnesota
Grand Rapids is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 11,186. Residents earn $56,542 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Grand Rapids receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Grand Rapids offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Grand Rapids is $56,542, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Grand Rapids is $200,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $999 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Grand Rapids is below the national average at 218 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,512 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Grand Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,542 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,552 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,727 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,352 |
| County GDP | $2,579M |
| Restaurants | 107 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 178 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,534 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.26% |
| Commute Time | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $200,600 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $270,025 |
| Median List Price | $219,900 |
| Median List Price | $219,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.3% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 22 |
| Census Median Rent | $999 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,534 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.26% |
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,838/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Total Violent | 217.8/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Murder | 9.1/100K |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Rape | 90.7/100K |
| Robbery | 9.1/100K |
| Assault | 108.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,511.8/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 172.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,257.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 81.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 27.7 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,298 ft (396 m) |
| Area | 22.4 sq mi (58.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2385°N, 93.5326°W |
| County FIPS | 27061 |
Winner: Republican by 20.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.0% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.2% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 500/sq mi |
| Total Area | 22.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Restaurants | 107 |
| Retail Stores | 178 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |