Living in Cook County, Minnesota

Cook County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 5,194. The main communities are Grand Marais.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,041/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $401K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 22°F) and cool summers (highs around 66°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Cook County has older demographics, with a median age of 53 and a moderately educated workforce (40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.