Quick Kandiyohi County Facts
Willmar is the regional center for both Kandiyohi County and west central Minnesota, offering employment opportunities for a much larger area than Kandiyohi County’s geographic borders. The following data represents the six counties, Chippewa, Meeker, Pope, Renville, Swift and Kandiyohi, that make up the West Central Regional Hub.
Quick facts on Kandiyohi County can be found in the latest United States Census Bureau.
Population
43813
Employment
Employed Population (+16)
22,267
Average Income
$73,285
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
Employment Statics for March 2024. Find monthly data from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Total people in the labor force
23,434
Total people employed
22,622
Education
High School or Higher
90.1%
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher
25.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2018-2022 American Community Survey (5-Year Estimates)