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

Total Population

11,045

Population
Growth Rate

-0.22%

Median Age

42

Diversity Index

21.300

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Housing & Income

Households

4,766

Total Housing Units

5,154


Owner Occupied

2,914

Renter Occupied

1,852

Vacant

388

Median Home Value

$219,713


Average Home Value

$255,688

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.07%

Income Projection

Median Household

$60,186 $67,388


Average Household

$81,243 $93,380


Per Capita

$35,140 $40,877

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Workforce

Total Businesses

985

Total Employed

11,270

Workers 16+

4,531

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

139

Employed

2,720

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

140

Employed

1,544

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

57

Employed

1,005

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

49

Employed

950

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

26

Employed

928

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

32

Employed

913

Some
High School

269

Graduated
High School

2,117

Associates
Degree

1,212

Bachelor's
Degree

1,159

Graduate
Degree

1,091

Average Commute Time

15 min.



Resident Commuters

4,211

Non-Resident Commuters

299

Drive Alone

3,041

Carpooled

525

Public

134

Work At Home

441

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18
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