Detroit Lakes SnackAbility
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Crime in Detroit Lakes summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Detroit Lakes. Key points include:
There were 189 total crimes in Detroit Lakes in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Detroit Lakes is 1,888.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Detroit Lakes is 219.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Detroit Lakes is 1,668.5 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Detroit Lakes is -10.90% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Detroit Lakes Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Detroit Lakes / 100k People |
Minnesota / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 189 | 1,888.3 | 1,862.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 22 | 219.8 | 256.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 1 | 10.0 | 48.9 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 17 | 169.8 | 168.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 167 | 1,668.5 | 1,606.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 9 | 89.9 | 184.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 149 | 1,488.7 | 1,208.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 9 | 89.9 | 213.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Detroit Lakes summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Detroit Lakes. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:
The cost of living in Detroit Lakes is 99 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Detroit Lakes is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Detroit Lakes is $361,194.
The median income in Detroit Lakes is $62,958.
Detroit Lakes's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Detroit Lakes Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Detroit Lakes | Minnesota | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 99 | 101 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 102 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Detroit Lakes, MN Weather
The average high in Detroit Lakes is 51.0° and the average low is 30.9°.
There are 58.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 26.2 inches of precipitation each year with 45.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | Detroit Lakes |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 51.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 30.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 58.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 26.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 45.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Detroit Lakes Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Detroit Lakes
The current population in Detroit Lakes is 10,025. The population has increased 18.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,025 | 0.2% |
| 2023 | 10,002 | 0.4% |
| 2022 | 9,966 | 2.6% |
| 2021 | 9,717 | 5.3% |
| 2020 | 9,229 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 9,197 | 0.7% |
| 2018 | 9,134 | 0.6% |
| 2017 | 9,078 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 9,060 | 1.8% |
| 2015 | 8,897 | 0.7% |
| 2014 | 8,834 | 1.4% |
| 2013 | 8,715 | 1.2% |
| 2012 | 8,615 | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 8,507 | 0.4% |
| 2010 | 8,472 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Detroit Lakes
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Detroit Lakes is:
88.0% White with 8,826 White residents.
0.8% African American with 84 African American residents.
4.0% American Indian with 400 American Indian residents.
0.3% Asian with 31 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 32 Other residents.
5.7% Two Or More with 573 Two Or More residents.
0.8% Hispanic with 79 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Detroit Lakes | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 88.0% | 75.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.8% | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 4.0% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.3% | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.7% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 0.8% | 6.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Detroit Lakes
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Detroit Lakes is 51.1% female with 5,123 female residents.
Detroit Lakes is 48.9% male with 4,901 male residents.
| Gender | Detroit Lakes | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Detroit Lakes for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed 9-12th grade.
24.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed some college.
13.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed associate's degree.
21.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Detroit Lakes completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Detroit Lakes | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 24.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 13.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
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5.4% of households in Detroit Lakes earn Less than $10,000.
3.8% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.1% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.1% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $25,000 to $34,999.
17.9% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.7% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.8% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.2% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $100,000 to $149,999.
2.7% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.3% of households in Detroit Lakes earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Detroit Lakes | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.4% | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.1% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.1% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 17.9% | 9.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.7% | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.8% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.2% | 19.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2.7% | 11.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.3% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
