The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Kanabec county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 70.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 10.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 55% and the area covered by water is 1.58%. The overall influence score for Kanabec is 4.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Kanabec, Minnesota with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
Select from the above list of cities in Kanabec County. Cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties are highlighted in the drop down list. Alternatively, use the search form to find your favorite counties, cities and zip codes in Minnesota.
Kanabec County is located in east-central Minnesota, within the state's Iron Range. The county has a population of 16,239 and a population density of 18 people per square mile. The median household income is $50,371 and the median property value is $160,800.
The majority of Kanabec County's population (84.4%) is White Non-Hispanic, followed by American Indian & Alaska Native (2.2%), Hispanic (1.9%), Black or African American (1.7%), and Asian (1.3%).
Kanabec County has a rural economy based on agriculture, tourism and natural resource industries such as forestry and mining. The county has a low unemployment rate of 3.6% and a poverty rate of 8.5%.
The main housing type in Kanabec County is single-family detached homes, which make up 83% of the housing stock, followed by large apartment complexes or high-rise apartments at 12%. Most households own their homes with an ownership rate of 77%.
Kanabec County has excellent access to natural spaces including lakes, rivers, state parks, forests and trails. Major recreational activities include hunting and fishing, camping, hiking, biking and water sports such as kayaking and swimming.
USDA Rural Development State Office:Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Minnesota
375 Jackson Street | Suite 410
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 602-7800