The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Pennington county is rated a 1. The average temperature during the month of June is 68.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 2.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 53% and the area covered by water is 0.29%. The overall influence score for Pennington is 8.
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Pennington County is located in the northwest corner of Minnesota, and is part of the Red Lake Indian Reservation. According to the 2010 US Census, the population of Pennington County was 12,522 people. The racial makeup of the county was 90.3% Native American, 8.4% White, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races.
The median household income for Pennington County was $26,025 in 2017 and the median home price was $97,900 in 2019. The poverty rate for Pennington County was 32.6% in 2018, significantly higher than the national poverty rate of 11.8%.
The cost of living in Pennington County is relatively low compared to other counties in Minnesota. The average commute time for residents is 17 minutes, significantly lower than the national average of 26 minutes.
The climate in Pennington County is temperate with cold winters and warm summers. The area is known for its abundant wildlife, including deer, bear, moose and bald eagles.
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