Wilkin County, MN
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Wilkin County Overview
6,454
TOTAL POPULATION
3,426
MALE POPULATION
3,028
FEMALE POPULATION
113.14
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,317
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,021
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,114
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,582
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,371
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wilkin County Area Codes
Race in Wilkin County
The most populous races in Wilkin County are White / Caucasian (6,018 | 93.2%), Hispanic or Latino (233 | 3.6%), and Two or more Races (233 | 3.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 31 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 233 | 3.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 36 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,018 | 93.2% |
| Two or more Races | 233 | 3.6% |
| Some other Race | 132 | 2.1% |
| Total | 6,454 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wilkin County
The most populous ancestries reported in Wilkin County are German (2,792 | 43.3%), Norwegian (1,895 | 29.4%), Irish (399 | 6.2%), Polish (305 | 4.7%), and English (278 | 4.3%), together accounting for 87.8% of all Wilkin County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 1 | 0.0% |
| American | 92 | 1.4% |
| Austrian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.2% |
| British | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 24 | 0.4% |
| Central American Indian | 18 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 134 | 2.1% |
| Costa Rican | 3 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 232 | 3.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 36 | 0.6% |
| Danish | 112 | 1.7% |
| Dutch | 103 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.1% |
| English | 278 | 4.3% |
| European | 27 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 49 | 0.8% |
| French | 148 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 41 | 0.6% |
| German | 2,792 | 43.3% |
| German Russian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 18 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 3 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Icelander | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 4 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 399 | 6.2% |
| Italian | 42 | 0.6% |
| Mexican | 188 | 2.9% |
| Norwegian | 1,895 | 29.4% |
| Polish | 305 | 4.7% |
| Portuguese | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 63 | 1.0% |
| Scandinavian | 73 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 30 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Serbian | 20 | 0.3% |
| Slovak | 2 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 3 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 4 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 214 | 3.3% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 28 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 6 | 0.1% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Wilkin County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wilkin County came from Central America (41 | 0.6%), Latin America (41 | 0.6%), Guatemala (18 | 0.3%), Mexico (17 | 0.3%), and Asia (4 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.9% of all Wilkin County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 41 | 0.6% |
| China | 4 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 0.1% |
| Denmark | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 18 | 0.3% |
| Honduras | 3 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 41 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 17 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wilkin County
Sex and Age in Wilkin County
The most populous age groups in Wilkin County are 55 to 59 Years (323 | 9.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (256 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 218 (6.4%) | 154 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 157 (4.6%) | 191 (6.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 240 (7.0%) | 204 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 236 (6.9%) | 146 (4.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 252 (7.4%) | 141 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 165 (4.8%) | 139 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 186 (5.4%) | 184 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 207 (6.0%) | 216 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 223 (6.5%) | 166 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 176 (5.1%) | 175 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 213 (6.2%) | 186 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 323 (9.4%) | 251 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 229 (6.7%) | 256 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 199 (5.8%) | 205 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 147 (4.3%) | 125 (4.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 74 (2.2%) | 46 (1.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 66 (1.9%) | 73 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 115 (3.4%) | 170 (5.6%) |
| Total | 3,426 (100.0%) | 3,028 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wilkin County
Median Family Size in Wilkin County
The median family size in Wilkin County is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,275 | 80.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (81 | 5.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.37 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,275 (80.1%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 81 (5.1%) | 2.37 |
| Single Female/Mother | 235 (14.8%) | 2.56 |
| Total Families | 1,591 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Wilkin County
The median household size in Wilkin County is 2.37 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,275 | 47.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (1,076 | 40.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,275 (47.8%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 81 (3.0%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 235 (8.8%) | 2.86 |
| Non-family | 1,076 (40.3%) | 1.32 |
| Total Households | 2,667 (100.0%) | 2.37 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wilkin County
Out of a total of 2,667 households in Wilkin County, 1,591 (59.7%) are family households, while 1,076 (40.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 758, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 846.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 846 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 758 (28.4%) | 197 (7.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 292 (11.0%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 291 (10.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 141 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 81 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 28 (1.1%) | 22 (0.8%) |
| Total | 1,591 (59.7%) | 1,076 (40.3%) |
Female Fertility in Wilkin County
Fertility by Age in Wilkin County
Average fertility rate in Wilkin County is 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 205.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 95 (80.5%) | 205.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 23 (19.5%) | 39.0 |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wilkin County
69.5% of women with births (118) in Wilkin County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 8.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 61 (64.2%) | 34 (35.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 21 (91.3%) | 2 (8.7%) |
| Total | 82 (69.5%) | 36 (30.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Wilkin County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 37 (31.4%) | 167.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 27 (22.9%) | 59.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 43 (36.4%) | 145.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (9.3%) | 112.0 |
| Total | 118 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wilkin County
30.5% of women with births in Wilkin 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 59.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 15 (40.5%) | 22 (59.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (88.9%) | 3 (11.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32 (74.4%) | 11 (25.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 82 (69.5%) | 36 (30.5%) |
Income in Wilkin County
Income Overview in Wilkin County
Per Capita Income in Wilkin County is $38,317, while median incomes of families and households are $88,021 and $67,114 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,454 | $38,317 |
| Median Family Income | 1,591 | $88,021 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,591 | $106,529 |
| Median Household Income | 2,667 | $67,114 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,667 | $89,697 |
| Income Deficit | 1,591 | $8,582 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,454 | 39.44% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,454 | 60.56¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,454 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Wilkin County
Average Earnings in Wilkin County are $43,293, $52,731 for men and $31,932 for women, a difference of 39.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,071 (57.4%) | $52,731 |
| Female | 1,540 (42.6%) | $31,932 |
| Total | 3,611 (100.0%) | $43,293 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wilkin County
The most common earnings brackets in Wilkin County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (366 | 17.7%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (149 | 9.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 137 (6.6%) | 70 (4.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 47 (2.3%) | 69 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 115 (5.6%) | 88 (5.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 60 (2.9%) | 107 (7.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 44 (2.1%) | 72 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 54 (2.6%) | 35 (2.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 23 (1.1%) | 58 (3.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 10 (0.5%) | 50 (3.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 18 (0.9%) | 40 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 46 (2.2%) | 62 (4.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 65 (3.1%) | 68 (4.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 33 (1.6%) | 85 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 87 (4.2%) | 121 (7.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 139 (6.7%) | 66 (4.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 113 (5.5%) | 74 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 118 (5.7%) | 67 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 261 (12.6%) | 149 (9.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 180 (8.7%) | 115 (7.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 366 (17.7%) | 78 (5.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 155 (7.5%) | 66 (4.3%) |
| Total | 2,071 (100.0%) | 1,540 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wilkin County
Average earnings in Wilkin County are $55,635 for men and $36,380 for women, a difference of 34.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,647, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $13,239. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $10,156.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $13,239 | $10,156 |
| High School Diploma | $46,544 | $24,375 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,434 | $36,275 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,269 | $54,375 |
| Graduate Degree | $77,647 | $64,250 |
| Total | $55,635 | $36,380 |
Family Income in Wilkin County
Family Income Brackets in Wilkin County
According to the Wilkin County family income data, there are 374 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 19 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 25 | 1.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 19 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 54 | 3.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 49 | 3.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 154 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 337 | 21.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 270 | 17.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 374 | 23.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 205 | 12.9% |
| $200,000+ | 100 | 6.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wilkin County
6-person families (81 | 5.1%) account for the highest median family income in Wilkin County with $138,068 per family, while 2-person families (783 | 49.2%) have the highest median income of $41,875 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 783 (49.2%) | $83,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 339 (21.3%) | $86,581 |
| 4-Person Families | 240 (15.1%) | $94,643 |
| 5-Person Families | 122 (7.7%) | $102,500 |
| 6-Person Families | 81 (5.1%) | $138,068 |
| 7+ Person Families | 26 (1.6%) | $81,538 |
| Total | 1,591 (100.0%) | $88,021 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wilkin County
The median family income in Wilkin County is $88,021, with families comprising 3+ earners (126) having the highest median family income of $169,500, while families with no earners (169) have the lowest median family income of $60,469, accounting for 7.9% and 10.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 169 (10.6%) | $60,469 |
| 1 Earner | 372 (23.4%) | $63,750 |
| 2 Earners | 924 (58.1%) | $98,056 |
| 3+ Earners | 126 (7.9%) | $169,500 |
| Total | 1,591 (100.0%) | $88,021 |
Household Income in Wilkin County
Household Income Brackets in Wilkin County
With 603 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wilkin County, accounting for 22.6% of all households. In contrast, only 59 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 139 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 59 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 235 | 8.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 149 | 5.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 325 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 603 | 22.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 371 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 448 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 221 | 8.3% |
| $200,000+ | 115 | 4.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wilkin County
The median household income in Wilkin County is $67,114, with the highest median household income of $82,800 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 758 households (28.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,292, with 700 households (26.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 152 (5.7%) | $65,821 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 758 (28.4%) | $82,800 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,057 (39.6%) | $75,610 |
| 65+ Years | 700 (26.3%) | $47,292 |
| Total | 2,667 (100.0%) | $67,114 |
Poverty in Wilkin County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wilkin County
With 9.4% poverty level for males and 18.3% for females among the residents of Wilkin County, 5 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (25.0%) and 78 females (35.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (7.3%) | 24 (15.6%) |
| 5 Years | 11 (25.0%) | 4 (7.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 23 (14.1%) | 24 (10.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 24 (14.2%) | 24 (20.0%) |
| 15 Years | 4 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (4.2%) | 3 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5 (1.4%) | 66 (34.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 50 (14.7%) | 76 (23.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 41 (9.6%) | 56 (14.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 8 (2.1%) | 37 (10.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 42 (7.6%) | 105 (20.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (10.4%) | 42 (13.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (22.2%) | 78 (35.0%) |
| Total | 317 (9.4%) | 539 (18.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wilkin County
According to the poverty statistics in Wilkin County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.6% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 202 (92.7%) | 130 (84.4%) |
| 5 Years | 33 (75.0%) | 48 (92.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 140 (85.9%) | 198 (89.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 145 (85.8%) | 96 (80.0%) |
| 15 Years | 56 (93.3%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 68 (95.8%) | 44 (93.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 342 (98.6%) | 124 (65.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 290 (85.3%) | 247 (76.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 388 (90.4%) | 326 (85.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 381 (97.9%) | 324 (89.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 510 (92.4%) | 402 (79.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 310 (89.6%) | 279 (86.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 189 (77.8%) | 145 (65.0%) |
| Total | 3,054 (90.6%) | 2,413 (81.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wilkin County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wilkin County show that 3.3% or 42 of the total 1,275 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 40.0%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.5%, which includes 1 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 723 (98.9%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 305 (91.3%) | 29 (8.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 199 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| Total | 1,233 (96.7%) | 42 (3.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wilkin County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (4.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (28.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (77.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (26.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wilkin County
The poverty data for Wilkin County shows that 42 of the married-couple family households (3.3%) and 62 of the single-parent households (19.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (40.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (46.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 8 (1.1%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 29 (8.7%) | 45 (24.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1 (0.5%) | 14 (46.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 42 (3.3%) | 62 (19.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wilkin County
Employment by Class of Employer in Wilkin County
Among the 3,139 employed individuals in Wilkin County, private company employees (1,876 | 59.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (358 | 11.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (296 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,876 | 59.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 145 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 358 | 11.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 296 | 9.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 292 | 9.3% |
| State Government Employees | 114 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 39 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 0.6% |
| Total | 3,139 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wilkin County
According to the labor force statistics for Wilkin County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,178), 65.1% or 3,371 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 169 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.6% or 356 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.2% or 72 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 161 (59.6%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 356 (90.6%) | 72 (20.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 262 (86.2%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 296 (80.0%) | 36 (12.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 691 (85.1%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 650 (86.7%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 448 (78.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 320 (66.0%) | 13 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 147 (21.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,371 (65.1%) | 169 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wilkin County
According to labor force statistics for Wilkin County, 80.9% of individuals (2,666) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,295) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 93 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 85.6% or 1,144 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.8% or 6 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 103 (79.8%) | 7 (5.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 656 (70.7%) | 41 (4.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,144 (85.6%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 764 (84.7%) | 45 (5.0%) |
| Total | 2,666 (80.9%) | 115 (3.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wilkin County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wilkin County are Management (431 | 13.5%), Community & Social Service (319 | 10.0%), Education Instruction & Library (225 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (154 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (139 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wilkin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (91.4%), and Management (80.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 347 (80.5%) | 84 (19.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (36.2%) | 51 (63.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 127 (91.4%) | 12 (8.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 27 (75.0%) | 9 (25.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 98 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 92 (28.8%) | 227 (71.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 23 (34.3%) | 44 (65.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 57 (25.3%) | 168 (74.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 12 (57.1%) | 9 (42.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 154 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 595 (53.0%) | 528 (47.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wilkin County are Food Preparation & Serving (119 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (113 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (111 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (87 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (33 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wilkin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.5%), Security & Protection (84.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (98.2%), and Healthcare Support (86.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 12 (13.8%) | 75 (86.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 28 (84.9%) | 5 (15.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 28 (87.5%) | 4 (12.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 40 (33.6%) | 79 (66.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 67 (60.4%) | 44 (39.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 2 (1.8%) | 111 (98.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 149 (32.2%) | 314 (67.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wilkin County are Office & Administration (308 | 9.6%), and Sales & Related (294 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 178 (60.5%) | 116 (39.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 60 (19.5%) | 248 (80.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 238 (39.5%) | 364 (60.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wilkin County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (212 | 6.6%), Construction & Extraction (195 | 6.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (132 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 130 (98.5%) | 2 (1.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 194 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 204 (96.2%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 528 (98.0%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wilkin County are Production (205 | 6.4%), Material Moving (189 | 5.9%), and Transportation (77 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 115 (56.1%) | 90 (43.9%) |
| Transportation | 54 (70.1%) | 23 (29.9%) |
| Material Moving | 172 (91.0%) | 17 (9.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 341 (72.4%) | 130 (27.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wilkin County
Employment Industries in Wilkin County
The major employment industries in Wilkin County include Health Care & Social Assistance (390 | 12.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (373 | 11.7%), Manufacturing (352 | 11.0%), Educational Services (352 | 11.0%), and Retail Trade (275 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wilkin County
The Wilkin County industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (95.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (92.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (93.3%), and Educational Services (72.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 355 (95.2%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (88.9%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| Construction | 241 (96.0%) | 10 (4.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 247 (70.2%) | 105 (29.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 84 (71.2%) | 34 (28.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 161 (58.6%) | 114 (41.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 74 (62.7%) | 44 (37.3%) |
| Utilities | 30 (88.2%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| Information | 6 (37.5%) | 10 (62.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 48 (27.6%) | 126 (72.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 13 (44.8%) | 16 (55.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 127 (75.6%) | 41 (24.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 62 (60.2%) | 41 (39.8%) |
| Educational Services | 96 (27.3%) | 256 (72.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 26 (6.7%) | 364 (93.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 12 (92.3%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 40 (41.2%) | 57 (58.8%) |
| Public Administration | 72 (54.1%) | 61 (45.9%) |
| Total | 1,851 (57.9%) | 1,347 (42.1%) |
Education in Wilkin County
School Enrollment in Wilkin County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,367 students in Wilkin County are middle school (378 | 27.7%), high school (349 | 25.5%), and elementary school (231 | 16.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 105 | 7.7% |
| Kindergarten | 79 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 231 | 16.9% |
| Middle School | 378 | 27.7% |
| High School | 349 | 25.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 157 | 11.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 68 | 5.0% |
| Total | 1,367 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wilkin County
Out of a total of 1,367 students who are enrolled in schools in Wilkin County, 241 (17.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,126 (82.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (32.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 58 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 35 (76.1%) | 11 (23.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 249 (75.0%) | 83 (25.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 374 (84.2%) | 70 (15.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 196 (83.8%) | 38 (16.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 117 (92.1%) | 10 (7.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 42 (93.3%) | 3 (6.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 55 (67.9%) | 26 (32.1%) |
| Total | 1,126 (82.4%) | 241 (17.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wilkin County
Education (255 | 21.2%), business (200 | 16.6%), science & technology (162 | 13.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (137 | 11.4%), and literature & languages (89 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,203 individuals in Wilkin County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 37 | 3.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 137 | 11.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 13 | 1.1% |
| Psychology | 50 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 34 | 2.8% |
| Engineering | 29 | 2.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 162 | 13.5% |
| Business | 200 | 16.6% |
| Education | 255 | 21.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 89 | 7.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 55 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 7 | 0.6% |
| Communications | 56 | 4.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 79 | 6.6% |
| Total | 1,203 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wilkin County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wilkin County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wilkin County are males with 2 vehicles (731, accounting for 40.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (571, making up 55.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.5%) | 35 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 250 (13.9%) | 139 (10.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 731 (40.5%) | 571 (43.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 451 (25.0%) | 388 (29.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 163 (9.0%) | 105 (7.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 199 (11.0%) | 89 (6.7%) |
| Total | 1,803 (100.0%) | 1,327 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wilkin County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wilkin County are 5 to 9 minutes (652 commuters, 22.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (625 commuters, 21.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (345 commuters, 12.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 222 | 7.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 652 | 22.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 625 | 21.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 345 | 12.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 251 | 8.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 117 | 4.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 237 | 8.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 90 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 88 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 129 | 4.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 73 | 2.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 46 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wilkin County
The most common commute times in Wilkin County are 10 to 14 minutes (397 commuters, 24.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (318 commuters, 26.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 152 (9.2%) | 70 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 334 (20.2%) | 318 (26.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 397 (24.0%) | 228 (18.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 170 (10.3%) | 175 (14.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 154 (9.3%) | 97 (7.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 75 (4.5%) | 42 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 155 (9.4%) | 82 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 36 (2.2%) | 54 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 57 (3.5%) | 31 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 51 (3.1%) | 78 (6.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 (3.0%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 21 (1.3%) | 25 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wilkin County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wilkin County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (351, 21.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (391, 31.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 37 (2.2%) | 16 (1.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 132 (8.0%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 88 (5.3%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 119 (7.2%) | 66 (5.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 225 (13.6%) | 129 (10.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 264 (16.0%) | 213 (17.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 351 (21.3%) | 391 (31.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 91 (5.5%) | 119 (9.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 18 (1.1%) | 26 (2.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 64 (3.9%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 22 (1.3%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 175 (10.6%) | 76 (6.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 65 (3.9%) | 55 (4.5%) |
| Total | 1,651 (100.0%) | 1,224 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wilkin County
Occupancy by Ownership in Wilkin County
Of the total 2,667 dwellings in Wilkin County, owner-occupied units account for 2,143 (80.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 524 (19.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,143 | 80.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 524 | 19.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wilkin County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 846 | 31.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 955 | 35.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 303 | 11.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 563 | 21.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wilkin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 562 (66.4%) | 284 (33.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 820 (85.9%) | 135 (14.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 284 (93.7%) | 19 (6.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 477 (84.7%) | 86 (15.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,143 (80.3%) | 524 (19.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wilkin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 118 (60.5%) | 77 (39.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 520 (73.2%) | 190 (26.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 989 (88.1%) | 133 (11.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 516 (80.6%) | 124 (19.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wilkin County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 504 | 18.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 406 | 15.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 429 | 16.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 628 | 23.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 398 | 14.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 170 | 6.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 132 | 5.0% |
| Total | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wilkin County
Median Income by Occupancy in Wilkin County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,143 (80.3%) | $75,383 |
| Renter-Occupied | 524 (19.7%) | $37,237 |
| Average | 2,667 (100.0%) | $67,114 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wilkin County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 32 (1.5%) | 52 (9.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 28 (1.3%) | 27 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 (1.5%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 84 (3.9%) | 77 (14.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 48 (2.2%) | 25 (4.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 112 (5.2%) | 38 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 192 (9.0%) | 134 (25.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 535 (25.0%) | 67 (12.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 325 (15.2%) | 46 (8.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 429 (20.0%) | 20 (3.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 325 (15.2%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| Total | 2,143 (100.0%) | 524 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wilkin County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 116 (5.4%) | 75 (14.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 350 (16.3%) | 108 (20.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 422 (19.7%) | 119 (22.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 230 (10.7%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 594 (27.7%) | 67 (12.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 245 (11.4%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 129 (6.0%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 31 (1.5%) | 22 (4.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 26 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,143 (100.0%) | 524 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wilkin County
Housing Structures in Wilkin County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,127 | 79.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 46 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 42 | 1.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 62 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 260 | 9.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 119 | 4.5% |
| Total | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wilkin County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,985 (93.3%) | 142 (6.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 (80.4%) | 9 (19.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 (9.5%) | 38 (90.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 260 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 117 (98.3%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,143 (80.3%) | 524 (19.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wilkin County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 49 (2.3%) | 199 (38.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 434 (20.3%) | 204 (38.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 760 (35.5%) | 37 (7.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 900 (42.0%) | 82 (15.7%) |
| Total | 2,143 (100.0%) | 524 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wilkin County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 873 (40.7%) | 95 (18.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 659 (30.7%) | 44 (8.4%) |
| Electricity | 338 (15.8%) | 331 (63.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 186 (8.7%) | 24 (4.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 69 (3.2%) | 25 (4.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 16 (0.7%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,143 (100.0%) | 524 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wilkin County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 13 (0.6%) | 127 (24.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 394 (18.4%) | 269 (51.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 965 (45.0%) | 105 (20.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 771 (36.0%) | 23 (4.4%) |
| Total | 2,143 (100.0%) | 524 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wilkin County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wilkin County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 878 | 1,265 |
| Median Property Value | $141,400 | $178,000 |
| Median Household Income | $65,682 | $202 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $496 | $26 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,151 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wilkin County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 157 (17.9%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 196 (22.3%) | 181 (14.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 337 (38.4%) | 851 (67.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 120 (13.7%) | 166 (13.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 47 (5.3%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 13 (1.5%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 8 (0.9%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| Total | 878 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wilkin County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 29 (3.3%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 106 (12.1%) | 31 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 82 (9.3%) | 59 (4.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 61 (7.0%) | 30 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 223 (25.4%) | 131 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 88 (10.0%) | 312 (24.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 166 (18.9%) | 237 (18.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 123 (14.0%) | 263 (20.8%) |
| Total | 878 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wilkin County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 428 (48.7%) | 82,454 (6,518.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 151 (17.2%) | 567 (44.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 71 (8.1%) | 386 (30.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 227 (25.9%) | 189 (14.9%) |
| Total | 878 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wilkin County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 313 (35.6%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 188 (21.4%) | 311 (24.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 335 (38.2%) | 408 (32.3%) |
| Total | 878 (100.0%) | 1,265 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wilkin County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wilkin County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 447 (95.5%) | 21 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,019 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 478 (98.2%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 564 (94.5%) | 33 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 783 (96.6%) | 28 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 727 (96.9%) | 23 (3.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,026 (97.1%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 665 (99.7%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 466 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,175 (97.4%) | 165 (2.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wilkin County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 447 (95.5%) | 21 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,019 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 478 (98.2%) | 9 (1.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wilkin County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 640 (97.3%) | 18 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 896 (94.1%) | 56 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,208 (98.2%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 960 (98.4%) | 16 (1.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,448 (97.9%) | 53 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wilkin County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 151 (32.3%) | 309 (66.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 303 (29.2%) | 778 (75.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 73 (15.0%) | 427 (87.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 176 (29.5%) | 402 (67.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 163 (20.1%) | 653 (80.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 171 (22.8%) | 563 (75.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 268 (25.4%) | 825 (78.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 643 (96.4%) | 426 (63.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 466 (100.0%) | 231 (49.6%) |
| Total | 2,414 (38.1%) | 4,614 (72.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wilkin County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (5.0%) | 37 (7.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 71 (10.3%) | 88 (17.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 173 (12.7%) | 180 (14.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (10.4%) | 41 (12.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 110 (45.3%) | 140 (62.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wilkin County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (2.5%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (2.6%) | 26 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (6.9%) | 25 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (28.0%) | 70 (31.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 51 (9.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (0.4%) | 21 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (4.5%) | 12 (5.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (5.0%) | 37 (7.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (7.4%) | 33 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 93 (6.8%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.9%) | 5 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (11.9%) | 79 (35.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (4.4%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 82 (6.0%) | 112 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (1.7%) | 14 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (13.6%) | 56 (25.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.8%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.9%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (3.2%) | 18 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (9.9%) | 86 (38.6%) |
Technology Access in Wilkin County
Computing Device Access in Wilkin County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,971 | 73.9% |
| Smartphone | 2,173 | 81.5% |
| Tablet | 1,649 | 61.8% |
| No Computing Device | 341 | 12.8% |
| Total | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wilkin County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 1,758 | 65.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 240 | 9.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 312 | 11.7% |
| No Internet | 501 | 18.8% |
| Total | 2,667 | 100.0% |
Wilkin County Summary
Wilkin County is located in the western part of Minnesota, in the Red River Valley. It is bordered by Clay County to the north, Traverse County to the east, Grant County to the south, and Richland County to the west. The county seat is Breckenridge, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles.
History
Wilkin County was established in 1871 and was named after Alexander Wilkin, a Minnesota politician. The county was originally part of the Dakota Territory, and was part of the Pembina County before it was organized. The first settlers in the area were mostly of German and Scandinavian descent. The first county seat was located in Breckenridge, and the first courthouse was built in 1872.
Geography
Wilkin County is located in the Red River Valley, which is a flat, fertile plain that stretches from the Canadian border to the Minnesota-Iowa border. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part. The Red River forms the western border of the county, and the Buffalo River flows through the county from north to south. The county is mostly agricultural, with some small towns and villages scattered throughout.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Wilkin County. The county is home to a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. Livestock production is also important, with beef and dairy cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the area. The county also has a number of manufacturing and service industries, including food processing, metal fabrication, and printing.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Wilkin County had a population of 6,611. The population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.3 years. The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945.
Wilkin County is a rural area with a diverse population. The county is home to a variety of ethnic and religious backgrounds, including German, Scandinavian, and Native American. The county is also home to a number of small towns and villages, including Breckenridge, Foxhome, and Campbell. The county is served by a number of public schools, as well as a community college.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wilkin County?
Total Population of Wilkin County is 6,454.
What is the Total Male Population of Wilkin County?
Total Male Population of Wilkin County is 3,426.
What is the Total Female Population of Wilkin County?
Total Female Population of Wilkin County is 3,028.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wilkin County?
There are 113.14 Males per 100 Females in Wilkin County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wilkin County?
There are 88.38 Females per 100 Males in Wilkin County.
What is the Median Population Age in Wilkin County?
Median Population Age in Wilkin County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wilkin County
Average Family Size in Wilkin County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wilkin County
Average Household Size in Wilkin County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wilkin County?
Per Capita income in Wilkin County is $38,317.
What is the Median Family Income in Wilkin County?
Median Family Income in Wilkin County is $88,021.
What is the Median Household income in Wilkin County?
Median Household Income in Wilkin County is $67,114.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wilkin County?
Income or Wage Gap in Wilkin County is 39.4%.
Women in Wilkin County earn 60.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wilkin County?
Family Income Deficit in Wilkin County is $8,582.
Families that are below poverty line in Wilkin County earn $8,582 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wilkin County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wilkin County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wilkin County?
There are 3,371 People in the Labor Forcein in Wilkin County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wilkin County?
65.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wilkin County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wilkin County?
Unemployment Rate in Wilkin County is 5.0%.