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Kanabec County, MN market data
How Kanabec County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 16,628
- +3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 6,564
- Median household income
- $71,460
- +25.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $228,100
- Jobs located here
- 4,304
- Highest market score
- 85
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #32 of 2,394 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Kanabec County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Kanabec County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
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What this means
Kanabec County has an estimated 16,628 people and 6,564 households. Population estimates put the population change in Kanabec County from 2020 to 2025 at +3.6%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Kanabec County is $71,460, 11% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 25.0%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Kanabec County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 135, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (63).
Of the business types scored in Kanabec County, medical and dental practices (85); salons, barbers and spas (82); and hair salons (80) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #32 of 2,394 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for pet businesses (62% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (71% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Kanabec County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Kanabec County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 85 | #32 of 2,394 | 16 | 24.4 | $556K | 364 | 7 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 82 | #50 of 2,385 | 10 | 15.2 | $622K | 292 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 80 | #74 of 2,339 | 8 | 12.2 | $778K | 181 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 79 | #147 of 2,405 | 41 | 62.5 | $593K | 160 | 19 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 77 | #104 of 2,088 | 5 | 7.6 | $1M | 157 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 75 | #263 of 2,358 | 8 | 12.2 | $2.7M | 114 | 7 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 74 | #256 of 2,405 | 14 | 21.3 | $1.7M | 262 | 11 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 74 | #256 of 2,087 | 5 | 7.6 | $2.5M | 194 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 72 | #258 of 2,090 | 5 | 7.6 | $4.9M | 96 | 6 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 71 | #348 of 2,210 | 8 | 12.2 | $1.5M | 175 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 68 | #278 of 2,229 | 10 | 15.2 | Index only | 205 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 68 | #434 of 2,401 | 27 | 41.1 | $315K | 117 | 11 |
| Auto repair shops | 65 | #530 of 2,378 | 17 | 25.9 | $500K | 112 | 8 |
| Insurance agencies | 65 | #630 of 2,272 | 8 | 12.2 | $1.7M | 131 | 4 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 60 | #560 of 2,176 | 10 | 15.2 | Index only | 163 | 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 59 | #840 of 2,402 | 14 | 21.3 | $2.8M | 82 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 56 | #908 of 2,261 | 7 | 10.7 | $5.5M | 70 | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 52 | #950 of 2,063 | 7 | 10.7 | $3.5M | 94 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 47 | #1,193 of 2,057 | 8 | 12.2 | $2.1M | 87 | 11 |
| Pet businesses | 39 | #1,580 of 2,200 | 11 | 16.8 | $479K | 55 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 37 | #1,354 of 1,771 | 6 | 9.1 | $1.3M | 77 | 11 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 29 | #1,509 of 1,707 | 6 | 9.1 | $2.8M | 59 | 8 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 28 | #1,327 of 1,493 | 5 | 7.6 | $1.5M | 53 | 8 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.1 | $6.1M | 147 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.1 | $2.1M | 84 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.1 | $2.1M | 69 | 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.1 | $6.1M | 199 | 6 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.1 | $1.3M | 52 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.6 | $3M | 124 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.6 | $3M | 301 | 7 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.6 | $1.7M | 134 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.6 | $1.8M | 65 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.0 | $1.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.0 | $549K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.0 | $19.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.0 | $4.2M | Too few | 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $6.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $16.9M | Too few | 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.7M | Too few | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $12.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $8.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $16.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $6.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Kanabec County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $8.5M | $1,294 | 135 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $21.8M | $3,317 | 128 |
| Food away from home | $24.3M | $3,703 | 91 |
| Groceries | $38.7M | $5,895 | 93 |
| Personal care products and services | $6.2M | $948 | 94 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.4M | $364 | 63 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $5.2M | $794 | 81 |
| Medical and dental services | $8.9M | $1,355 | 105 |
| Pets | $5.3M | $803 | 88 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $12.3M | $1,874 | 91 |
| Vehicle insurance | $13.2M | $2,012 | 103 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $16.9M | $2,576 | 85 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $7.7M | $1,177 | 83 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $88.6M | $13,505 | 81 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Kanabec County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 16,628+3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 6,564
- Median age
- 45.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 85%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.3
- Land area
- 522 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 31
- Median household income
- $71,460+25.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $87,428
- Median home value
- $228,100
- Jobs located here
- 4,304
- Daytime population
- 13,380Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Kanabec County?
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Questions
How fast is Kanabec County, MN growing?
Population estimates put Kanabec County at 16,628 people in 2025, up 3.6% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 6,564 households. Median household income rose 25.0% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Kanabec County, MN spend?
Households in Kanabec County spend about $88.6M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $38.7M on groceries and $24.3M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Kanabec County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 135, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (63).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Kanabec County, MN?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Kanabec County are for medical and dental practices (85); salons, barbers and spas (82); and hair salons (80). Kanabec County ranks #32 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
How does Kanabec County, MN compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Kanabec County is $71,460 a year, 11% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $228,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Kanabec County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for pet businesses (62% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (71% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 23 of the 56 business types have a score in Kanabec County, each ranked against other counties.
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