Community Profiles

Grand Rapids is the county seat and largest city in Itasca County. Its central location makes it a commercial hub for Itasca County and many areas beyond, and its economy combines a strong industrial base with flourishing tourism and retail sectors. It is home to Grand Rapids High School, Itasca Community College, and a wealth of cultural opportunities for a community of its size.

Grand Rapids

Population

Total Population

10,939

Population
Growth Rate

-0.20%

Median Age

43

Diversity Index

21.200

Housing & Income

Households

4,695

Total Housing Units

5,107


Owner Occupied

3,127

Renter Occupied

1,568

Vacant

412

Median Home Value

$179,987


Average Home Value

$195,756

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

1.81%

Income Projection

Median Household

$55,327 $61,123


Average Household

$70,870 $77,449


Per Capita

$30,592 $33,467

Workforce

Total Businesses

977

Total Employed

10,274

Workers 16+

4,806

2022 HealthCare/Social Assist

cp-industries

Businesses

143

Employed

2,794

2022 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

157

Employed

1,362

2022 Public Administration

cp-industries

Businesses

58

Employed

902

2022 Accommodation/Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

52

Employed

890

2022 Food Service/Drinking Estab

cp-industries

Businesses

45

Employed

820

2022 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

26

Employed

779

Some
High School

254

Graduated
High School

1,918

Associates
Degree

1,082

Bachelor's
Degree

1,442

Graduate
Degree

796

Average Commute Time

16 min.



Resident Commuters

4,336

Non-Resident Commuters

446

Drive Alone

3,432

Carpooled

500

Public

88

Work At Home

358


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