Total Population
11,239
Population
Growth Rate
-0.05%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
21.800
Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25
Grand Rapids
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.
Population
Housing & Income
Households
4,802
Total Housing Units
5,191
Owner Occupied
2,963
Renter Occupied
1,839
Vacant
389
Median Home Value
$238,243
Average Home Value
$268,815
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
1.83%
Income Projection
Median Household
$59,708 $65,429
Average Household
$76,602 $84,037
Per Capita
$32,805 $35,915
Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25
Workforce
Total Businesses
965
Total Employed
11,053
Workers 16+
4,648
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
140
Employed
2,851
2025 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
136
Employed
1,775
2025 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
58
Employed
950
2025 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
31
Employed
927
2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
49
Employed
873
2025 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
24
Employed
803
Some
High School
293
Graduated
High School
2,208
Associates
Degree
1,057
Bachelor's
Degree
1,404
Graduate
Degree
1,107
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
4,253
Non-Resident Commuters
350
Drive Alone
3,260
Carpooled
471
Public
177
Work At Home
360
Source: ESRI, 2025-08-25
