Red Lake, MN County is a small community located in the Upper Midwest of the United States. It has a population of approximately 3,921 people and a population density of 9 people per square mile. This county is home to many local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and local sporting events. Among its local businesses are Red Lake Trading Post, which sells hunting and fishing supplies; Red Lake Bakery, a family-run bakery; and Red Lake Pharmacy. Outdoor activities abound in this region, with nearby trails for hiking and biking in summer months as well as skiing and snowmobiling during winter. Nearby lakes offer excellent fishing opportunities as well as kayaking and canoeing. Local organizations that serve the community include Red Lake Historical Society, which preserves the area’s cultural legacy through exhibitions at its museum; Red Lake Community Center; and Friends of Red Lake Falls State Park. The area also hosts several annual sporting events including the North Country Ski Challenge held each February in neighboring Beltrami County.
The population in Red Lake County is 3,921. There are 9 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Red Lake County is 42.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Red Lake County is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Red Lake County
- 56.4% are married
- 8.9% are divorced
- 31.3% are married with children
- 13.6% have children, but are single
Race in Red Lake County
- 92.6% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 1.4% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 3.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander