Lac qui Parle County, MN

Guide to Lac qui Parle County and Cities

Welcome to the community page for Lac qui Parle County in Minnesota with demographic details and statistics about the area as well as an interactive Lac qui Parle County map. The county has a population of 6,736, a median home value of $127,300, and a median household income of $66,967. Below, the statistics for Lac qui Parle County provide a snapshot of key economic and lifestyle factors relevant to both residents and newcomers.

Map of Lac qui Parle County

Below is the Lac qui Parle County, MN county map created with GIS software, with cities and neighborhoods.

 

Population & Demographics

The total population for Lac qui Parle County is 6,736, with 51% males and 49% females. Below is a detailed breakdown of the population trends and demographics for the area.

Population by RaceTotal
White Population6,395
Black or African American Population36
American Indian and Alaska Native7
Asian Population47
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander0
Other Race Population92
Two or More Races159

Household Information

In Lac qui Parle County, the median gross rent is $750 per month and the median home value is $127,300. Out of the total number of households in the city, 83% are owner-occupied, while 17% are rentals. Of those who own their homes, 44% have a mortgage, with the remaining 56% owning their homes outright. Below is a detailed snapshot of homeownership and rental patterns in the community.”

Ownership StatisticsNumber
Owner-Occupied2,364
Renter-Occupied474
Mortgage StatusNumber
Homes with Mortgage1,037
Homes without Mortgage1,327

Employment & Occupation

In Lac qui Parle County, the unemployment rate currently stands at 2.1%. For residents in the workforce, on average they spend 17 minutes commuting to work. Of those employed, 67% work for private companies, while 15% hold government jobs. Additionally, 17% are self-employed, contributing to the area’s entrepreneurial spirit. Below, you’ll find more details about employment trends and occupations in Lac qui Parle County.

OccupationNumber
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining507
Construction231
Manufacturing358
Wholesale Trade109
Retail Trade289
Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities124
Information26
Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing177
Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Administrative and Waste Management Services129
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance854
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services140
Other Services, except Public Administration150
Public Administration111

Education

In Lac qui Parle County, education levels show that 36.9% of residents have completed high school, 15.7% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 5% have achieved a graduate or professional degree. Of the population aged 25 and over, 20.8% are college graduates, reflecting the county’s academic achievements. Below is a detailed breakdown of educational levels within Lac qui Parle County, MN.

Education Level Number
9th to 12th Grade 236
High School Graduate 1,807
Some College 1,062
Associate’s Degree 720
Bachelor’s Degree 770
Graduate or Professional Degree 247
School Enrollment Number
Enrolled in Preschool 84
Enrolled in Elementary School 570
Enrolled in High School 368
Enrolled in College 158

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