Crookston, MN is a small city in Polk County with a population of 8,569 according to the 2020 US Census. Despite its size, it has been highly ranked in some categories based on the Bestplaces rankings. It was ranked #1 for “Best Places to Live in Polk County” and #3 for “Most Diverse Places to Live in Minnesota”. Additionally, Crookston was also ranked #4 for “Lowest Cost of Living in Minnesota” and #5 for “Best School Districts in Minnesota”. These rankings demonstrate that Crookston is a great place to live and raise children given its diverse population, low cost of living, and excellent education options.
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