Mille Lacs County, MN
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Mille Lacs County Overview
26,680
TOTAL POPULATION
13,608
MALE POPULATION
13,072
FEMALE POPULATION
104.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,933
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,644
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,088
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,655
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,665
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Mille Lacs County
The most populous races in Mille Lacs County are White / Caucasian (23,756 | 89.0%), Native / Alaskan (1,231 | 4.6%), and Two or more Races (1,208 | 4.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 160 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 112 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 26 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 708 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 1,231 | 4.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 23,756 | 89.0% |
| Two or more Races | 1,208 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 187 | 0.7% |
| Total | 26,680 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mille Lacs County
The most populous ancestries reported in Mille Lacs County are German (9,097 | 34.1%), Norwegian (3,451 | 12.9%), Swedish (2,963 | 11.1%), Irish (2,820 | 10.6%), and American (1,588 | 5.9%), together accounting for 74.7% of all Mille Lacs County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 27 | 0.1% |
| Alaska Native | 8 | 0.0% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 3 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,588 | 5.9% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.0% |
| Argentinean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 59 | 0.2% |
| Bangladeshi | 113 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 17 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 65 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 11 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 54 | 0.2% |
| Cape Verdean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 39 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 24 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 18 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 1,342 | 5.0% |
| Choctaw | 7 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 8 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 11 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 155 | 0.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 41 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 349 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 945 | 3.5% |
| Eastern European | 24 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,362 | 5.1% |
| Ethiopian | 2 | 0.0% |
| European | 375 | 1.4% |
| Fijian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 234 | 0.9% |
| French | 815 | 3.0% |
| French American Indian | 16 | 0.1% |
| French Canadian | 224 | 0.8% |
| German | 9,097 | 34.1% |
| Greek | 16 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 105 | 0.4% |
| Icelander | 14 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 28 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,820 | 10.6% |
| Italian | 235 | 0.9% |
| Japanese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 18 | 0.1% |
| Laotian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Liberian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Menominee | 12 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 514 | 1.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 24 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 3,451 | 12.9% |
| Pakistani | 4 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 2 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,168 | 4.4% |
| Portuguese | 51 | 0.2% |
| Pueblo | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 13 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 169 | 0.6% |
| Scandinavian | 280 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 188 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 237 | 0.9% |
| Seminole | 5 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 44 | 0.2% |
| Slavic | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 8 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 3 | 0.0% |
| Somali | 2 | 0.0% |
| South American | 25 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 33 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 65 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 41 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 44 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 2,963 | 11.1% |
| Swiss | 66 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 40 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 77 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 81 | 0.3% |
| Yakama | 42 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Yup'ik | 3 | 0.0% | View All 94 Rows |
Immigrants in Mille Lacs County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mille Lacs County came from Asia (129 | 0.5%), Europe (94 | 0.4%), Latin America (81 | 0.3%), Eastern Europe (69 | 0.3%), and South Eastern Asia (59 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.6% of all Mille Lacs County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 1 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 129 | 0.5% |
| Austria | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belarus | 13 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 8 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 12 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 38 | 0.1% |
| China | 23 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 11 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 12 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 31 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 69 | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | 5 | 0.0% |
| England | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 94 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 8 | 0.0% |
| Hong Kong | 3 | 0.0% |
| India | 34 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 2 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 33 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 81 | 0.3% |
| Latvia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Liberia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 32 | 0.1% |
| Nepal | 5 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 7 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 11 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 12 | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 6 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 35 | 0.1% |
| South America | 31 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 39 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 59 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 6 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 20 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.0% | View All 48 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mille Lacs County
Sex and Age in Mille Lacs County
The most populous age groups in Mille Lacs County are 55 to 59 Years (1,077 | 7.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,063 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 820 (6.0%) | 755 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 905 (6.7%) | 827 (6.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 911 (6.7%) | 913 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 929 (6.8%) | 766 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 731 (5.4%) | 676 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 749 (5.5%) | 740 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 829 (6.1%) | 762 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 924 (6.8%) | 868 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 787 (5.8%) | 704 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 793 (5.8%) | 740 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 881 (6.5%) | 821 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,077 (7.9%) | 874 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 971 (7.1%) | 1,063 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 862 (6.3%) | 881 (6.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 580 (4.3%) | 522 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 324 (2.4%) | 445 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 299 (2.2%) | 332 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 236 (1.7%) | 383 (2.9%) |
| Total | 13,608 (100.0%) | 13,072 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mille Lacs County
Median Family Size in Mille Lacs County
The median family size in Mille Lacs County is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,064 | 74.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (642 | 9.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.01 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,064 (74.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 642 (9.4%) | 3.01 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,113 (16.3%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 6,819 (100.0%) | 3.07 |
Median Household Size in Mille Lacs County
The median household size in Mille Lacs County is 2.48 persons per household, with single male/father households (642 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.44 persons per household. non-family households (3,727 | 35.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,064 (48.0%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 642 (6.1%) | 3.44 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,113 (10.5%) | 3.42 |
| Non-family | 3,727 (35.3%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 10,546 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mille Lacs County
Out of a total of 10,546 households in Mille Lacs County, 6,819 (64.7%) are family households, while 3,727 (35.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,365, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,163.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,163 (30.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,365 (31.9%) | 507 (4.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,225 (11.6%) | 43 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,080 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 655 (6.2%) | 12 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 257 (2.4%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 237 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,819 (64.7%) | 3,727 (35.3%) |
Female Fertility in Mille Lacs County
Fertility by Age in Mille Lacs County
Average fertility rate in Mille Lacs County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (0.6%) | 3.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 252 (75.2%) | 116.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 81 (24.2%) | 33.0 |
| Total | 335 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mille Lacs County
49.3% of women with births (335) in Mille Lacs County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 49.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 127 (50.4%) | 125 (49.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 38 (46.9%) | 43 (53.1%) |
| Total | 165 (49.2%) | 170 (50.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Mille Lacs County
Average fertility rate in Mille Lacs County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 100.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 33.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 82 (24.5%) | 81.0 |
| High School Diploma | 55 (16.4%) | 43.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 112 (33.4%) | 54.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 79 (23.6%) | 100.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 7 (2.1%) | 27.0 |
| Total | 335 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mille Lacs County
50.7% of women with births in Mille Lacs County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 95.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 4 (4.9%) | 78 (95.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 16 (29.1%) | 39 (70.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 73 (65.2%) | 39 (34.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 65 (82.3%) | 14 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 165 (49.2%) | 170 (50.7%) |
Income in Mille Lacs County
Income Overview in Mille Lacs County
Per Capita Income in Mille Lacs County is $33,933, while median incomes of families and households are $81,644 and $68,088 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 26,680 | $33,933 |
| Median Family Income | 6,819 | $81,644 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,819 | $94,776 |
| Median Household Income | 10,546 | $68,088 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,546 | $83,413 |
| Income Deficit | 6,819 | $10,655 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 26,680 | 28.86% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 26,680 | 71.14¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 26,680 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Mille Lacs County
Average Earnings in Mille Lacs County are $39,075, $46,489 for men and $33,074 for women, a difference of 28.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,781 (53.9%) | $46,489 |
| Female | 6,660 (46.1%) | $33,074 |
| Total | 14,441 (100.0%) | $39,075 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mille Lacs County
The most common earnings brackets in Mille Lacs County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (877 | 11.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (517 | 7.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 413 (5.3%) | 372 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 268 (3.4%) | 273 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 223 (2.9%) | 286 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 160 (2.1%) | 250 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 179 (2.3%) | 259 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 196 (2.5%) | 192 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 214 (2.8%) | 265 (4.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 120 (1.5%) | 169 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 126 (1.6%) | 157 (2.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 221 (2.8%) | 330 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 460 (5.9%) | 498 (7.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 451 (5.8%) | 517 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 361 (4.6%) | 393 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 299 (3.8%) | 466 (7.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 478 (6.1%) | 374 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 385 (5.0%) | 324 (4.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 828 (10.6%) | 469 (7.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 744 (9.6%) | 234 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 877 (11.3%) | 503 (7.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 778 (10.0%) | 329 (4.9%) |
| Total | 7,781 (100.0%) | 6,660 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mille Lacs County
Average earnings in Mille Lacs County are $51,250 for men and $37,856 for women, a difference of 26.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,725, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,178. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,474, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,523.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $36,178 | $30,717 |
| High School Diploma | $41,739 | $27,523 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,188 | $38,211 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,250 | $59,750 |
| Graduate Degree | $78,725 | $61,474 |
| Total | $51,250 | $37,856 |
Family Income in Mille Lacs County
Family Income Brackets in Mille Lacs County
According to the Mille Lacs County family income data, there are 1,521 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 102 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 150 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 102 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 245 | 3.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 498 | 7.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 866 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,302 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,016 | 14.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,521 | 22.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 798 | 11.7% |
| $200,000+ | 327 | 4.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mille Lacs County
4-person families (928 | 13.6%) account for the highest median family income in Mille Lacs County with $118,485 per family, while 2-person families (3,526 | 51.7%) have the highest median income of $36,006 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,526 (51.7%) | $72,011 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,407 (20.6%) | $81,750 |
| 4-Person Families | 928 (13.6%) | $118,485 |
| 5-Person Families | 534 (7.8%) | $103,182 |
| 6-Person Families | 230 (3.4%) | $104,205 |
| 7+ Person Families | 194 (2.8%) | $111,250 |
| Total | 6,819 (100.0%) | $81,644 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mille Lacs County
The median family income in Mille Lacs County is $81,644, with families comprising 3+ earners (981) having the highest median family income of $152,549, while families with no earners (1,076) have the lowest median family income of $48,357, accounting for 14.4% and 15.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,076 (15.8%) | $48,357 |
| 1 Earner | 2,067 (30.3%) | $52,156 |
| 2 Earners | 2,695 (39.5%) | $100,951 |
| 3+ Earners | 981 (14.4%) | $152,549 |
| Total | 6,819 (100.0%) | $81,644 |
Household Income in Mille Lacs County
Household Income Brackets in Mille Lacs County
With 1,940 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Mille Lacs County, accounting for 18.4% of all households. In contrast, only 390 households (3.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 527 | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 390 | 3.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 780 | 7.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,034 | 9.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,276 | 12.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,888 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,350 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,940 | 18.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 928 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 453 | 4.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mille Lacs County
The median household income in Mille Lacs County is $68,088, with the highest median household income of $86,200 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,044 households (38.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,727, with 412 households (3.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 412 (3.9%) | $42,727 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,088 (29.3%) | $75,968 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,044 (38.4%) | $86,200 |
| 65+ Years | 3,002 (28.5%) | $45,149 |
| Total | 10,546 (100.0%) | $68,088 |
Poverty in Mille Lacs County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mille Lacs County
With 8.8% poverty level for males and 13.2% for females among the residents of Mille Lacs County, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 50 males (23.9%) and 106 females (18.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 163 (20.2%) | 127 (17.1%) |
| 5 Years | 50 (23.9%) | 21 (12.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 128 (12.2%) | 131 (13.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 92 (19.2%) | 106 (18.3%) |
| 15 Years | 6 (3.1%) | 30 (16.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 18 (4.5%) | 23 (7.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 56 (5.5%) | 118 (12.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 111 (7.1%) | 216 (14.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 181 (10.7%) | 263 (16.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 84 (5.1%) | 139 (8.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 142 (7.0%) | 189 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (7.4%) | 180 (13.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 41 (5.0%) | 150 (15.5%) |
| Total | 1,178 (8.8%) | 1,693 (13.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mille Lacs County
According to the poverty statistics in Mille Lacs County, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.9% of males and 92.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 645 (79.8%) | 615 (82.9%) |
| 5 Years | 159 (76.1%) | 144 (87.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 918 (87.8%) | 810 (86.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 387 (80.8%) | 474 (81.7%) |
| 15 Years | 188 (96.9%) | 156 (83.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 380 (95.5%) | 302 (92.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 961 (94.5%) | 813 (87.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,456 (92.9%) | 1,285 (85.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,509 (89.3%) | 1,309 (83.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,572 (94.9%) | 1,422 (91.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,898 (93.0%) | 1,743 (90.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,320 (92.6%) | 1,201 (87.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 775 (95.0%) | 818 (84.5%) |
| Total | 12,168 (91.2%) | 11,092 (86.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mille Lacs County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mille Lacs County show that 3.6% or 183 of the total 5,064 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.2%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 93 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,329 (97.3%) | 93 (2.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,110 (96.0%) | 46 (4.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 399 (92.8%) | 31 (7.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 43 (76.8%) | 13 (23.2%) |
| Total | 4,881 (96.4%) | 183 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mille Lacs County
According to the poverty data in Mille Lacs County, 5.6% or 36 single-father households and 23.2% or 258 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (38.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 91 households (64.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 10 (4.4%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (5.9%) | 150 (22.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (3.5%) | 91 (64.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (38.5%) | 6 (20.7%) |
| Total | 36 (5.6%) | 258 (23.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mille Lacs County
The poverty data for Mille Lacs County shows that 183 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 294 of the single-parent households (16.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (23.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 95 household (37.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 93 (2.7%) | 21 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 46 (4.0%) | 167 (17.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 31 (7.2%) | 95 (37.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 13 (23.2%) | 11 (26.2%) |
| Total | 183 (3.6%) | 294 (16.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mille Lacs County
Employment by Class of Employer in Mille Lacs County
Among the 12,727 employed individuals in Mille Lacs County, private company employees (8,507 | 66.8%), not-for-profit organizations (1,188 | 9.3%), and local government employees (1,156 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,507 | 66.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 414 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 811 | 6.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,188 | 9.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,156 | 9.1% |
| State Government Employees | 456 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 176 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 0.2% |
| Total | 12,727 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mille Lacs County
According to the labor force statistics for Mille Lacs County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,154), 64.6% or 13,665 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 642 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.7% or 1,336 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.6% or 7 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 766 (58.9%) | 50 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,176 (83.6%) | 48 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,336 (89.7%) | 56 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,306 (82.1%) | 81 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,774 (84.5%) | 122 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,782 (86.0%) | 111 (4.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,563 (80.1%) | 81 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,237 (60.8%) | 66 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 609 (21.4%) | 20 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 107 (5.3%) | 7 (6.6%) |
| Total | 13,665 (64.6%) | 642 (4.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mille Lacs County
According to labor force statistics for Mille Lacs County, 81.0% of individuals (11,002) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,583) are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 517 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.4% or 2,068 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.2% or 80 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 865 (72.3%) | 110 (9.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,406 (73.7%) | 305 (6.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,655 (85.4%) | 223 (4.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,068 (89.4%) | 23 (1.0%) |
| Total | 11,002 (81.0%) | 638 (4.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mille Lacs County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mille Lacs County are Community & Social Service (1,172 | 9.0%), Management (1,042 | 8.0%), Education Instruction & Library (693 | 5.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (507 | 3.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (452 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mille Lacs County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (69.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (57.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.6%), Legal Services & Support (84.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (83.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 523 (50.2%) | 519 (49.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 171 (43.6%) | 221 (56.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 315 (69.7%) | 137 (30.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 121 (57.6%) | 89 (42.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 181 (86.6%) | 28 (13.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (39.4%) | 20 (60.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 303 (25.9%) | 869 (74.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 39 (16.3%) | 200 (83.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 7 (15.2%) | 39 (84.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 210 (30.3%) | 483 (69.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 47 (24.2%) | 147 (75.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 63 (12.4%) | 444 (87.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 55 (16.8%) | 272 (83.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,375 (38.6%) | 2,190 (61.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mille Lacs County are Food Preparation & Serving (811 | 6.2%), Healthcare Support (661 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (530 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (448 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (256 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mille Lacs County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (75.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (67.7%), and Security & Protection (65.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.2%), and Personal Care & Service (77.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 94 (14.2%) | 567 (85.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 167 (65.2%) | 89 (34.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 63 (75.9%) | 20 (24.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 104 (60.1%) | 69 (39.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 144 (17.8%) | 667 (82.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 359 (67.7%) | 171 (32.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 99 (22.1%) | 349 (77.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 863 (31.9%) | 1,843 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mille Lacs County are Office & Administration (1,132 | 8.7%), and Sales & Related (1,129 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 491 (43.5%) | 638 (56.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 214 (18.9%) | 918 (81.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 705 (31.2%) | 1,556 (68.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mille Lacs County are Construction & Extraction (1,086 | 8.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (578 | 4.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (118 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 111 (94.1%) | 7 (5.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,056 (97.2%) | 30 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 554 (95.9%) | 24 (4.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,721 (96.6%) | 61 (3.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mille Lacs County are Production (1,345 | 10.3%), Material Moving (684 | 5.3%), and Transportation (669 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,006 (74.8%) | 339 (25.2%) |
| Transportation | 581 (86.9%) | 88 (13.2%) |
| Material Moving | 609 (89.0%) | 75 (11.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,196 (81.4%) | 502 (18.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mille Lacs County
Employment Industries in Mille Lacs County
The major employment industries in Mille Lacs County include Manufacturing (2,154 | 16.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,922 | 14.8%), Retail Trade (1,495 | 11.5%), Construction (1,469 | 11.3%), and Educational Services (967 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mille Lacs County
The Mille Lacs County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (91.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (90.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.9%), and Finance & Insurance (81.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 248 (90.8%) | 25 (9.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,346 (91.6%) | 123 (8.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,615 (75.0%) | 539 (25.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 195 (85.9%) | 32 (14.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 741 (49.6%) | 754 (50.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 436 (73.3%) | 159 (26.7%) |
| Utilities | 114 (87.7%) | 16 (12.3%) |
| Information | 93 (75.0%) | 31 (25.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 65 (19.0%) | 277 (81.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 36 (40.0%) | 54 (60.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 115 (27.0%) | 311 (73.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 278 (64.9%) | 150 (35.0%) |
| Educational Services | 277 (28.6%) | 690 (71.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 310 (16.1%) | 1,612 (83.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 164 (44.1%) | 208 (55.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 247 (30.4%) | 565 (69.6%) |
| Public Administration | 275 (44.9%) | 338 (55.1%) |
| Total | 6,860 (52.7%) | 6,152 (47.3%) |
Education in Mille Lacs County
School Enrollment in Mille Lacs County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,696 students in Mille Lacs County are high school (1,454 | 25.5%), middle school (1,360 | 23.9%), and elementary school (1,267 | 22.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 386 | 6.8% |
| Kindergarten | 430 | 7.5% |
| Elementary School | 1,267 | 22.2% |
| Middle School | 1,360 | 23.9% |
| High School | 1,454 | 25.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 669 | 11.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 130 | 2.3% |
| Total | 5,696 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mille Lacs County
Out of a total of 5,696 students who are enrolled in schools in Mille Lacs County, 695 (12.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,001 (87.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 66 (26.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,031 (94.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 194 (81.9%) | 43 (18.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,351 (84.8%) | 242 (15.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,566 (88.6%) | 201 (11.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,031 (94.4%) | 61 (5.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 311 (93.7%) | 21 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 161 (79.7%) | 41 (20.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 198 (90.4%) | 21 (9.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 188 (74.0%) | 66 (26.0%) |
| Total | 5,001 (87.8%) | 695 (12.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mille Lacs County
Education (804 | 23.3%), business (565 | 16.4%), science & technology (472 | 13.7%), arts & humanities (273 | 7.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (248 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 3,449 individuals in Mille Lacs County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 105 | 3.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 248 | 7.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 47 | 1.4% |
| Psychology | 201 | 5.8% |
| Social Sciences | 138 | 4.0% |
| Engineering | 165 | 4.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 11 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 472 | 13.7% |
| Business | 565 | 16.4% |
| Education | 804 | 23.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 102 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 123 | 3.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 77 | 2.2% |
| Communications | 118 | 3.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 273 | 7.9% |
| Total | 3,449 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mille Lacs County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mille Lacs County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mille Lacs County are males with 3 vehicles (2,048, accounting for 30.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (1,796, making up 34.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 207 (3.1%) | 107 (1.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 710 (10.6%) | 904 (15.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,042 (30.4%) | 1,703 (28.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,048 (30.5%) | 1,796 (30.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,020 (15.2%) | 905 (15.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 679 (10.1%) | 559 (9.4%) |
| Total | 6,706 (100.0%) | 5,974 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mille Lacs County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mille Lacs County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,707 commuters, 14.7%), 60 to 89 minutes (1,365 commuters, 11.8%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,350 commuters, 11.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 806 | 7.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,707 | 14.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,298 | 11.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,094 | 9.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 931 | 8.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 542 | 4.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 963 | 8.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 518 | 4.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 477 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,350 | 11.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,365 | 11.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 546 | 4.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mille Lacs County
The most common commute times in Mille Lacs County are 60 to 89 minutes (1,035 commuters, 16.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (949 commuters, 17.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 395 (6.3%) | 411 (7.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 758 (12.1%) | 949 (17.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 504 (8.0%) | 794 (14.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 527 (8.4%) | 567 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 386 (6.2%) | 545 (10.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 330 (5.3%) | 212 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 551 (8.8%) | 412 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 320 (5.1%) | 198 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 235 (3.7%) | 242 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 856 (13.7%) | 494 (9.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,035 (16.5%) | 330 (6.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 373 (5.9%) | 173 (3.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mille Lacs County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mille Lacs County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (953, 15.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (802, 15.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 953 (15.2%) | 356 (6.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 610 (9.7%) | 183 (3.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 475 (7.6%) | 330 (6.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 688 (11.0%) | 431 (8.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 423 (6.8%) | 442 (8.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 786 (12.5%) | 802 (15.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 695 (11.1%) | 681 (12.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 345 (5.5%) | 341 (6.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 75 (1.2%) | 312 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 124 (2.0%) | 376 (7.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 102 (1.6%) | 118 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 73 (1.2%) | 58 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 581 (9.3%) | 496 (9.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 340 (5.4%) | 401 (7.5%) |
| Total | 6,270 (100.0%) | 5,327 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mille Lacs County
Occupancy by Ownership in Mille Lacs County
Of the total 10,546 dwellings in Mille Lacs County, owner-occupied units account for 8,036 (76.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,510 (23.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,036 | 76.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,510 | 23.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mille Lacs County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,163 | 30.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,872 | 36.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,268 | 12.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,243 | 21.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mille Lacs County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,915 (60.5%) | 1,248 (39.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,266 (84.4%) | 606 (15.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,049 (82.7%) | 219 (17.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,806 (80.5%) | 437 (19.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 8,036 (76.2%) | 2,510 (23.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mille Lacs County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 470 (47.7%) | 516 (52.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,454 (72.7%) | 924 (27.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,392 (79.6%) | 871 (20.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,720 (89.6%) | 199 (10.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mille Lacs County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,665 | 15.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,835 | 17.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,767 | 16.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,277 | 21.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,727 | 16.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 920 | 8.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 355 | 3.4% |
| Total | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mille Lacs County
Median Income by Occupancy in Mille Lacs County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 8,036 (76.2%) | $79,681 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,510 (23.8%) | $33,241 |
| Average | 10,546 (100.0%) | $68,088 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mille Lacs County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 142 (1.8%) | 150 (6.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 84 (1.1%) | 149 (5.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 124 (1.5%) | 261 (10.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 171 (2.1%) | 174 (6.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 221 (2.8%) | 215 (8.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 621 (7.7%) | 408 (16.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 835 (10.4%) | 437 (17.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,600 (19.9%) | 288 (11.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,217 (15.1%) | 128 (5.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,796 (22.4%) | 140 (5.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,225 (15.2%) | 160 (6.4%) |
| Total | 8,036 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mille Lacs County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 240 (3.0%) | 220 (8.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 872 (10.8%) | 198 (7.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,573 (19.6%) | 493 (19.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 633 (7.9%) | 492 (19.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,866 (23.2%) | 522 (20.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,437 (17.9%) | 270 (10.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 870 (10.8%) | 80 (3.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 316 (3.9%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 229 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,036 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mille Lacs County
Housing Structures in Mille Lacs County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,795 | 73.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 600 | 5.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 52 | 0.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 132 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 199 | 1.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 963 | 9.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 805 | 7.6% |
| Total | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mille Lacs County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,940 (89.0%) | 855 (11.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 406 (67.7%) | 194 (32.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 15 (28.8%) | 37 (71.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 (1.5%) | 130 (98.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 199 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3 (0.3%) | 960 (99.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 670 (83.2%) | 135 (16.8%) |
| Total | 8,036 (76.2%) | 2,510 (23.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mille Lacs County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 15 (0.2%) | 96 (3.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 310 (3.9%) | 699 (27.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,440 (30.4%) | 1,109 (44.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,889 (35.9%) | 432 (17.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,382 (29.6%) | 174 (6.9%) |
| Total | 8,036 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mille Lacs County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,315 (41.2%) | 1,101 (43.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3,175 (39.5%) | 360 (14.3%) |
| Electricity | 597 (7.4%) | 753 (30.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 217 (2.7%) | 19 (0.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 715 (8.9%) | 124 (4.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 17 (0.2%) | 153 (6.1%) |
| Total | 8,036 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mille Lacs County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 208 (2.6%) | 496 (19.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,600 (19.9%) | 1,136 (45.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,047 (37.9%) | 561 (22.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,181 (39.6%) | 317 (12.6%) |
| Total | 8,036 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mille Lacs County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mille Lacs County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,867 | 5,169 |
| Median Property Value | $206,400 | $228,400 |
| Median Household Income | $59,143 | $922 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $564 | $229 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,228 | $132 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mille Lacs County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 280 (9.8%) | 117 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 222 (7.7%) | 210 (4.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,618 (56.4%) | 3,518 (68.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 557 (19.4%) | 1,103 (21.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 123 (4.3%) | 170 (3.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 48 (1.7%) | 42 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 19 (0.7%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,867 (100.0%) | 5,169 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mille Lacs County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 123 (4.3%) | 42 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 326 (11.4%) | 103 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 355 (12.4%) | 190 (3.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 386 (13.5%) | 266 (5.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 569 (19.9%) | 449 (8.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 331 (11.6%) | 1,031 (20.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 474 (16.5%) | 886 (17.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 303 (10.6%) | 1,322 (25.6%) |
| Total | 2,867 (100.0%) | 5,169 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mille Lacs County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 935 (32.6%) | 89,381 (1,729.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 399 (13.9%) | 1,644 (31.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 371 (12.9%) | 1,500 (29.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,153 (40.2%) | 853 (16.5%) |
| Total | 2,867 (100.0%) | 5,169 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mille Lacs County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 332 (11.6%) | 47 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 497 (17.3%) | 222 (4.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,918 (66.9%) | 812 (15.7%) |
| Total | 2,867 (100.0%) | 5,169 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mille Lacs County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mille Lacs County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,828 (93.7%) | 123 (6.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,370 (96.3%) | 170 (3.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,744 (92.6%) | 139 (7.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,541 (89.1%) | 311 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,037 (93.1%) | 225 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,031 (94.3%) | 184 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,687 (92.8%) | 285 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,799 (99.7%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,784 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 24,821 (94.5%) | 1,445 (5.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mille Lacs County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,828 (93.7%) | 123 (6.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,370 (96.3%) | 170 (3.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,744 (92.6%) | 139 (7.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mille Lacs County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,242 (92.1%) | 193 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,395 (94.1%) | 274 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,118 (93.2%) | 301 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,552 (95.3%) | 177 (4.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 10,427 (95.4%) | 500 (4.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mille Lacs County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,175 (60.2%) | 827 (42.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,968 (43.3%) | 2,771 (61.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 555 (29.5%) | 1,303 (69.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,048 (36.7%) | 1,616 (56.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 849 (26.0%) | 2,319 (71.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 821 (25.5%) | 2,331 (72.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 979 (24.6%) | 2,971 (74.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,705 (96.4%) | 1,818 (64.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,770 (99.2%) | 1,289 (72.3%) |
| Total | 11,870 (45.2%) | 17,245 (65.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mille Lacs County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 25 (3.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 324 (13.6%) | 106 (4.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 219 (8.5%) | 219 (9.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 807 (15.0%) | 692 (13.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 468 (32.8%) | 363 (26.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 495 (60.7%) | 401 (41.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mille Lacs County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 42 (1.8%) | 17 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 62 (2.4%) | 48 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 280 (5.2%) | 152 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 242 (17.0%) | 99 (7.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 263 (32.2%) | 156 (16.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (2.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (0.6%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (0.9%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 128 (2.4%) | 101 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (5.5%) | 64 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (4.7%) | 45 (4.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 283 (11.9%) | 79 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 175 (6.8%) | 163 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 281 (5.2%) | 320 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 (11.2%) | 70 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 95 (11.6%) | 52 (5.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 32 (1.3%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.6%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 457 (8.5%) | 321 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (12.6%) | 271 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 302 (37.0%) | 285 (29.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (2.6%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (1.0%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 242 (4.5%) | 150 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 77 (5.4%) | 87 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (8.8%) | 111 (11.5%) |
Technology Access in Mille Lacs County
Computing Device Access in Mille Lacs County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,412 | 70.3% |
| Smartphone | 8,848 | 83.9% |
| Tablet | 5,969 | 56.6% |
| No Computing Device | 886 | 8.4% |
| Total | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mille Lacs County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 70 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 6,428 | 61.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,668 | 15.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 988 | 9.4% |
| No Internet | 1,515 | 14.4% |
| Total | 10,546 | 100.0% |
Mille Lacs County Summary
Mille Lacs County is located in east-central Minnesota, and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The county is bordered by Aitkin County to the north, Kanabec County to the east, Isanti County to the south, and Chisago County to the west. The county seat is Milaca, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles.
History
Mille Lacs County was established in 1857, and was named after Mille Lacs Lake, which was named by French explorers in the late 1600s. The lake was originally called “Mille Lac”, which means “thousand lakes” in French. The county was originally inhabited by the Ojibwe people, who were the first to settle in the area. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1857.
The county was initially an agricultural area, with the main crops being wheat, oats, and potatoes. In the late 1800s, the county began to develop its timber industry, and by the early 1900s, the county was home to several sawmills and lumber companies. The county also developed a strong tourism industry, with many people visiting the area to fish and hunt.
Geography
Mille Lacs County is located in east-central Minnesota, and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The county is bordered by Aitkin County to the north, Kanabec County to the east, Isanti County to the south, and Chisago County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, and is mostly covered by forests and lakes. The county is home to several large lakes, including Mille Lacs Lake, which is the largest lake in the county. The county also has several rivers, including the Rum River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The average annual temperature is around 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 30 inches.
Economy
Mille Lacs County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including dairy farms, beef farms, and vegetable farms. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics factory.
The county is also home to a thriving tourism industry, with many people visiting the area to fish and hunt. The county is home to several state parks, including Mille Lacs Kathio State Park, which is located on the shores of Mille Lacs Lake. The county is also home to several resorts, campgrounds, and marinas.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Mille Lacs County was 26,097. The population is mostly white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (1.2%), Asian (0.7%), and Hispanic (1.6%) populations. The median household income is $50,945, and the median home value is $150,400. The county has a low unemployment rate of 3.7%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mille Lacs County?
Total Population of Mille Lacs County is 26,680.
What is the Total Male Population of Mille Lacs County?
Total Male Population of Mille Lacs County is 13,608.
What is the Total Female Population of Mille Lacs County?
Total Female Population of Mille Lacs County is 13,072.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mille Lacs County?
There are 104.10 Males per 100 Females in Mille Lacs County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mille Lacs County?
There are 96.06 Females per 100 Males in Mille Lacs County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mille Lacs County?
Median Population Age in Mille Lacs County is 40.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mille Lacs County
Average Family Size in Mille Lacs County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mille Lacs County
Average Household Size in Mille Lacs County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mille Lacs County?
Per Capita income in Mille Lacs County is $33,933.
What is the Median Family Income in Mille Lacs County?
Median Family Income in Mille Lacs County is $81,644.
What is the Median Household income in Mille Lacs County?
Median Household Income in Mille Lacs County is $68,088.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mille Lacs County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mille Lacs County is 28.9%.
Women in Mille Lacs County earn 71.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mille Lacs County?
Family Income Deficit in Mille Lacs County is $10,655.
Families that are below poverty line in Mille Lacs County earn $10,655 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mille Lacs County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mille Lacs County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mille Lacs County?
There are 13,665 People in the Labor Forcein in Mille Lacs County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mille Lacs County?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mille Lacs County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mille Lacs County?
Unemployment Rate in Mille Lacs County is 4.7%.