Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
24%
Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$968
Population
10,913
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Savor small-town charm and modern convenience in Minnesota’s Northwoods
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Situated in the middle of Minnesota’s Northwoods, Grand Rapids is steeped in the stunning natural beauty of towering trees and over 1,000 area lakes. Known as the southern gateway to the Chippewa National Forest, Grand Rapids is convenient to an array of outdoor activities year round, including hiking, biking, fishing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and more.
Grand Rapids is the birthplace of the legendary Judy Garland, hosting the annual Wizard of Oz Festival every year. Grand Rapids also hosts a monthly First Friday Art Walk, August’s Tall Timber Days, and the Itasca County Fair to foster a strong sense of community. Modern conveniences abound throughout Grand Rapids, from the Central Square Mall to the many restaurants lining U.S. 169. Getting around from Grand Rapids is simple with access to major roadways and the Grand Rapids-Itasca County Airport.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,649
Average: $71,164
Education
2,654
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,822
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Grand Rapids has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MN is $891 for a studio, $968 for one bedroom, $1,119 for two bedrooms, and $1,263 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Rapids has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$968/month
587 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Grand Rapids, MN is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
681 Students
Public
Grades K-5
359 Students
Public
Grades K-5
331 Students
Public
Grades K-5
324 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
747 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,129 Students
Grand Rapids Senior High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,129 Students
Infinity:Minnesota Digital Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades K-12
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.