Living in Goodhue County, Minnesota

Goodhue County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 46,435. The main communities are Red Wing, Lake City, Cannon Falls.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,086/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $316K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 27°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Goodhue County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.