Bemidji

MN

Beltrami County, Minnesota

Population 47K |Median income $68,975 |3 hospitals

Population
46,512
Beltrami County
Median Income
$68,975
Near average
Median Home Value
$237,500
+4% vs avg
Median Age
35.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
47K+3%
Median Income
$68,975+60%
Median Home Value
$237,500+61%
Poverty Rate
16.1%-26%
Unemployment
4.7%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,053/mo
Poverty Rate
16.1% +13% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.8%
Work From Home 7.7%
Public Transit 1.1%

Population

White 70.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 25.3%
African American 1%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.5%
High Blood Pressure
32.3%
Short Sleep Duration
31.5%
Physical Inactivity
26.3%
Binge Drinking
17.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Current Smoking
17.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Diabetes
11.3%
Current Asthma
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 73.2%
Dental Visit 63.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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1
★★★
0
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0
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0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
SANFORD BEMIDJI MEDICAL CENTER
BEMIDJI · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Bemidji Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bemidji, MN? ▼
Bemidji, MN has a population of 46,512 people, located in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Bemidji? ▼
The median household income in Bemidji, MN is $68,975 per year. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
What is the median home value in Bemidji? ▼
The median home value in Bemidji, MN is $237,500. Median rent is $1,053/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bemidji? ▼
The top health indicators in Bemidji include Obesity (38.5%), High Blood Pressure (32.3%), Short Sleep Duration (31.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bemidji? ▼
Bemidji has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bemidji? ▼
The median age in Bemidji, MN is 35.3 years. 31.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bemidji, MN is located in Beltrami County, Minnesota. With a population of 47K and a median household income of $68,975, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bemidji area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Beltrami County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.