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Meeker County, MN market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Meeker County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 23,603
- +0.7% since 2020
- Households
- 9,347
- Median household income
- $75,446
- +18.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $249,000
- Jobs located here
- 8,295
- Highest market score
- 79
- Dentists and orthodontists, #84 of 1,886 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 23,603 people live in Meeker County, in 9,347 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Meeker County grew 0.7%, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Meeker County is $75,446 a year, 7% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 18.9% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Meeker County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (65).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Meeker County are for dentists and orthodontists (79); fast food and sandwich shops (79); and clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (76). Meeker County ranks #84 of 1,886 scored counties for dentists and orthodontists.
For its number of households, Meeker County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for auto repair shops (49% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (61% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Meeker County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Meeker 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists and orthodontists | 79 | #84 of 1,886 | 6 | 6.4 | $2.2M | 220 | 4 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 79 | #140 of 2,222 | 5 | 5.3 | $7.1M | 233 | 10 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 76 | #198 of 2,210 | 5 | 5.3 | $3.6M | 407 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 76 | #218 of 2,405 | 61 | 65.3 | $582K | 157 | 25 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 75 | #200 of 2,394 | 31 | 33.2 | $418K | 274 | 15 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 72 | #226 of 2,385 | 21 | 22.5 | $432K | 203 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 71 | #263 of 2,063 | 5 | 5.3 | $7.1M | 192 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 70 | #243 of 2,088 | 8 | 8.6 | $974K | 147 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 68 | #424 of 2,405 | 35 | 37.4 | $1M | 153 | 14 |
| Hair salons | 65 | #456 of 2,339 | 18 | 19.3 | $504K | 117 | 3 |
| Pizza | 63 | #563 of 2,090 | 8 | 8.6 | $4.4M | 87 | 10 |
| Pet businesses | 62 | #587 of 2,200 | 10 | 10.7 | $768K | 87 | 3 |
| Gas stations | 60 | #737 of 2,358 | 11 | 11.8 | $2.7M | 112 | 13 |
| Convenience stores | 59 | #796 of 2,261 | 8 | 8.6 | $7M | 89 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 59 | #837 of 2,402 | 19 | 20.3 | $2.9M | 87 | 5 |
| Gyms | 58 | #611 of 1,792 | 6 | 6.4 | $1.3M | 100 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 55 | #823 of 2,229 | 17 | 18.2 | Index only | 175 | 7 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 48 | #1,146 of 2,176 | 15 | 16.0 | Index only | 157 | 7 |
| Auto repair and car care | 48 | #1,300 of 2,401 | 42 | 44.9 | $273K | 101 | 21 |
| Funeral homes | 45 | #853 of 1,472 | 5 | 5.3 | $310K | 46 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 38 | #1,743 of 2,378 | 30 | 32.1 | $382K | 86 | 20 |
| Chiropractors | 35 | #1,150 of 1,490 | 8 | 8.6 | $1.6M | 68 | 5 |
| Insurance agencies | 32 | #1,733 of 2,272 | 14 | 15.0 | $1.3M | 101 | 14 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 31 | #1,553 of 1,771 | 11 | 11.8 | $1M | 61 | 12 |
| Home repair trades | 30 | #1,836 of 2,057 | 13 | 13.9 | $1.9M | 78 | 24 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 29 | #1,131 of 1,327 | 8 | 8.6 | $1.4M | 46 | 5 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 25 | #1,385 of 1,493 | 9 | 9.6 | $1.2M | 43 | 9 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 25 | #1,582 of 1,707 | 8 | 8.6 | $3.1M | 65 | 13 |
| Electricians | 18 | #1,112 of 1,160 | 5 | 5.3 | $4.9M | 41 | 11 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $3.2M | 103 | 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $1.9M | 75 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $3.8M | 152 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $1.2M | 117 | 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $6M | 470 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $3.8M | 152 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $2.6M | 94 | 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $17.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $28M | Too few | 5 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $5.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $17.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $7.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $9.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $7.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $7.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 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 |
| Oil change and quick lube | 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 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | 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 Meeker 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 | $11.4M | $1,225 | 128 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $29.3M | $3,133 | 121 |
| Food away from home | $35.5M | $3,801 | 93 |
| Groceries | $55.9M | $5,981 | 95 |
| Personal care products and services | $9.1M | $971 | 97 |
| Child care and other personal services | $3.5M | $377 | 65 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $7.8M | $834 | 85 |
| Medical and dental services | $13M | $1,387 | 108 |
| Pets | $7.7M | $822 | 90 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $17.9M | $1,915 | 93 |
| Vehicle insurance | $17.8M | $1,905 | 97 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $24.7M | $2,645 | 88 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $11.2M | $1,204 | 85 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $128.6M | $13,763 | 83 |
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 Meeker County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 23,603+0.7% since 2020
- Households
- 9,347
- Median age
- 42.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 79%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 608 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 39
- Median household income
- $75,446+18.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $92,684
- Median home value
- $249,000
- Jobs located here
- 8,295
- Daytime population
- 19,553Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Meeker County, MN growing?
Population estimates put Meeker County at 23,603 people in 2025, up 0.7% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 9,347 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 18.9%, before inflation.
How much do households in Meeker County, MN spend?
Households in Meeker County spend about $128.6M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $55.9M on groceries and $35.5M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Meeker County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (65).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Meeker County, MN?
Of the business types scored in Meeker County, dentists and orthodontists (79); fast food and sandwich shops (79); and clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (76) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For dentists and orthodontists, that ranks #84 of 1,886 scored counties.
How does Meeker County, MN compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Meeker County is $75,446, 7% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 0.7% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $249,000, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for auto repair shops (49% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (61% 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. 29 of the 56 business types have a score in Meeker County, each ranked against other counties.
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