Moorhead

MN

Clay County, Minnesota

Population 66K |Median income $81,172

Population
66,059
Clay County
Median Income
$81,172
+19% vs avg
Median Home Value
$265,500
+17% vs avg
Median Age
33.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
66K+11%
Median Income
$81,172+55%
Median Home Value
$265,500+71%
Poverty Rate
13.3%+8%
Unemployment
4.1%-24%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Poverty Rate
13.3% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 4.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 39.3%
Work From Home 11.8%
Public Transit 1.8%

Population

White 84.9%
African American 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
32.9%
Short Sleep Duration
32.1%
High Blood Pressure
29.8%
Physical Inactivity
21.7%
Binge Drinking
19.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.5%
Current Smoking
13.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.9%
Current Asthma
10.4%
Diabetes
9.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.3%
Annual Checkup 72.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
2.8%

Alerts & News — Moorhead 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 5

What is the population of Moorhead, MN? ▼
Moorhead, MN has a population of 66,059 people, located in Clay County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Moorhead? ▼
The median household income in Moorhead, MN is $81,172 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
What is the median home value in Moorhead? ▼
The median home value in Moorhead, MN is $265,500. Median rent is $1,019/month.
What are the top health concerns in Moorhead? ▼
The top health indicators in Moorhead include Obesity (32.9%), Short Sleep Duration (32.1%), High Blood Pressure (29.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Moorhead? ▼
The median age in Moorhead, MN is 33.7 years. 39.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Moorhead, MN is located in Clay County, Minnesota. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $81,172, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Moorhead 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 (Clay 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.