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Aitkin, MN


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Aitkin, Minnesota

Aitkin, Minnesota, in Aitkin county, is 70 miles N of St. Cloud, Minnesota (center to center) and 109 miles N of Minneapolis, Minnesota. There are an estimated 1,984 people in the city.

The People and Families of Aitkin

In Aitkin, about 42% of adults are married. In Aitkin, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Aitkin has a larger percentage of females than most places. The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Aitkin had a median family income of $38,071. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Aitkin.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,070) in Aitkin. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Aitkin Housing

Approximately 56% of housing in Aitkin is owner-occupied. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in the city. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in Aitkin.

Commuting

In Aitkin, 80% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. The commute to work is less of a chore in Aitkin than other cities.

High Points

Aitkin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyAitkin Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyAitkin Short Commute Times
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Aitkin Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Aitkin, MN

Comparing Aitkin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Female Share of the Population1010
Age of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women75
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Well-Paid Single Men51
Racial Diversity33
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults64
Median Family Income42
People Above Poverty42
People in Middle Class or Better41

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times109
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Affordability of Property Taxes1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing89
Affordability of Rents66
Housing Recently Built44
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