Karlstad, MN

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Karlstad Overview

662
TOTAL POPULATION
307
MALE POPULATION
355
FEMALE POPULATION
86.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,604
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,417
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,536
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
307
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Karlstad Zip Codes

Karlstad Area Codes

Race in Karlstad

The most populous races in Karlstad are White / Caucasian (634 | 95.8%), Two or more Races (14 | 2.1%), and Black / African American (6 | 0.9%).
Race in Karlstad
Race# Population% Population
Asian40.6%
Black / African American60.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan10.2%
White / Caucasian63495.8%
Two or more Races142.1%
Some other Race30.4%
Total662100.0%

Ancestry in Karlstad

The most populous ancestries reported in Karlstad are Norwegian (282 | 42.6%), German (123 | 18.6%), Swedish (113 | 17.1%), American (45 | 6.8%), and Irish (43 | 6.5%), together accounting for 91.5% of all Karlstad residents.
Ancestry in Karlstad
Ancestry# Population% Population
African40.6%
American456.8%
Austrian20.3%
British50.8%
Chippewa111.7%
Czech30.4%
Danish10.2%
Dutch30.4%
English111.7%
European162.4%
French111.7%
French Canadian20.3%
German12318.6%
Hungarian30.4%
Icelander60.9%
Irish436.5%
Italian40.6%
Norwegian28242.6%
Pakistani40.6%
Polish284.2%
Scandinavian304.5%
Subsaharan African40.6%
Swedish11317.1%
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Immigrants in Karlstad

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Karlstad came from Asia (4 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (4 | 0.6%), and Thailand (4 | 0.6%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Karlstad residents.
Immigrants in Karlstad
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia40.6%
South Eastern Asia40.6%
Thailand40.6%
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Sex and Age in Karlstad

Sex and Age in Karlstad

The most populous age groups in Karlstad are Under 5 Years (34 | 11.1%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (37 | 10.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Karlstad
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (11.1%)7 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Years9 (2.9%)21 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years8 (2.6%)26 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years19 (6.2%)37 (10.4%)
20 to 24 Years14 (4.6%)10 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years26 (8.5%)14 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Years6 (1.9%)4 (1.1%)
35 to 39 Years27 (8.8%)18 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Years20 (6.5%)20 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years12 (3.9%)17 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years31 (10.1%)27 (7.6%)
55 to 59 Years6 (1.9%)6 (1.7%)
60 to 64 Years26 (8.5%)30 (8.5%)
65 to 69 Years7 (2.3%)19 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years33 (10.7%)30 (8.5%)
75 to 79 Years7 (2.3%)31 (8.7%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.6%)18 (5.1%)
85 Years and over20 (6.5%)20 (5.6%)
Total307 (100.0%)355 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Karlstad

Median Family Size in Karlstad

The median family size in Karlstad is 2.75 persons per family, with married-couple families (123 | 73.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (16 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.75 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Karlstad
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple123 (73.7%)2.92
Single Male/Father16 (9.6%)1.75
Single Female/Mother28 (16.8%)2.61
Total Families167 (100.0%)2.75

Median Household Size in Karlstad

The median household size in Karlstad is 2.11 persons per household, with married-couple households (123 | 44.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.98 persons per household. non-family households (112 | 40.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Karlstad
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple123 (44.1%)2.98
Single Male/Father16 (5.7%)1.75
Single Female/Mother28 (10.0%)2.61
Non-family112 (40.1%)1.10
Total Households279 (100.0%)2.11

Household Size by Marriage Status in Karlstad

Out of a total of 279 households in Karlstad, 167 (59.9%) are family households, while 112 (40.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 95, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 98.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Karlstad
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-98 (35.1%)
2-Person Households95 (34.1%)14 (5.0%)
3-Person Households28 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households7 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households29 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total167 (59.9%)112 (40.1%)

Female Fertility in Karlstad

Fertility by Age in Karlstad

Average fertility rate in Karlstad is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 286.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Karlstad
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)286.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Karlstad

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Karlstad
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Karlstad

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Karlstad
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)182.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Karlstad

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Karlstad
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Karlstad

Income Overview in Karlstad

Per Capita Income in Karlstad is $27,604, while median incomes of families and households are $60,417 and $50,536 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income662$27,604
Median Family Income167$60,417
Mean Family Income167$75,233
Median Household Income279$50,536
Mean Household Income279$61,650
Income Deficit167$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)66217.58%
Wage / Income Gap ($)66282.42¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6620.37

Earnings by Sex in Karlstad

Average Earnings in Karlstad are $40,602, $41,500 for men and $34,205 for women, a difference of 17.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Karlstad
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male166 (53.4%)$41,500
Female145 (46.6%)$34,205
Total311 (100.0%)$40,602

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Karlstad

The most common earnings brackets in Karlstad are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (27 | 16.3%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (21 | 14.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Karlstad
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less12 (7.2%)2 (1.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (1.8%)12 (8.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (4.8%)3 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (1.8%)9 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4991 (0.6%)21 (14.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9997 (4.2%)3 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (0.6%)2 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (2.4%)1 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9994 (2.4%)4 (2.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (3.6%)15 (10.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (11.5%)5 (3.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99927 (16.3%)13 (9.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (3.0%)14 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (4.2%)14 (9.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99915 (9.0%)11 (7.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99919 (11.5%)12 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+19 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total166 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Karlstad

Average earnings in Karlstad are $42,300 for men and $39,375 for women, a difference of 6.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,375, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,000. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,083, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $32,778.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Karlstad
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,000$32,778
College or Associate's Degree$64,375$47,083
Bachelor's Degree$51,750$40,000
Graduate Degree--
Total$42,300$39,375

Family Income in Karlstad

Family Income Brackets in Karlstad

According to the Karlstad family income data, there are 41 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Karlstad
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999148.4%
$15,000 to $24,99921.2%
$25,000 to $34,999127.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992816.8%
$50,000 to $74,9993923.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991710.2%
$100,000 to $149,9994124.6%
$150,000 to $199,999148.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Karlstad

5-person families (29 | 17.4%) account for the highest median family income in Karlstad with $66,607 per family, while 2-person families (104 | 62.3%) have the highest median income of $29,554 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Karlstad
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families104 (62.3%)$59,107
3-Person Families19 (11.4%)$42,321
4-Person Families7 (4.2%)$0
5-Person Families29 (17.4%)$66,607
6-Person Families2 (1.2%)$0
7+ Person Families6 (3.6%)$0
Total167 (100.0%)$60,417

Family Income by Number of Earners in Karlstad

The median family income in Karlstad is $60,417, with families comprising 3+ earners (8) having the highest median family income of $128,750, while families with no earners (17) have the lowest median family income of $28,125, accounting for 4.8% and 10.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Karlstad
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners17 (10.2%)$28,125
1 Earner51 (30.5%)$39,583
2 Earners91 (54.5%)$99,583
3+ Earners8 (4.8%)$128,750
Total167 (100.0%)$60,417

Household Income in Karlstad

Household Income Brackets in Karlstad

With 61 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Karlstad, accounting for 21.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Karlstad
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000113.9%
$10,000 to $14,999227.9%
$15,000 to $24,99993.2%
$25,000 to $34,9994114.7%
$35,000 to $49,9995519.7%
$50,000 to $74,9996121.9%
$75,000 to $99,999196.8%
$100,000 to $149,9994716.8%
$150,000 to $199,999145.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Karlstad

The median household income in Karlstad is $50,536, with the highest median household income of $65,179 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 71 households (25.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 11 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Karlstad
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11 (3.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years71 (25.5%)$65,179
45 to 64 Years109 (39.1%)$58,203
65+ Years88 (31.5%)$35,000
Total279 (100.0%)$50,536

Poverty in Karlstad

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Karlstad

With 12.6% poverty level for males and 15.1% for females among the residents of Karlstad, 15 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 12 females (52.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Karlstad
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years2 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (53.8%)1 (6.7%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)11 (34.4%)
25 to 34 Years3 (9.4%)1 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years3 (6.4%)4 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)6 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years2 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (23.9%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)12 (52.2%)
Total36 (12.6%)46 (15.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Karlstad

According to the poverty statistics in Karlstad, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Karlstad
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (76.5%)7 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (54.5%)35 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (66.7%)6 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (46.2%)14 (93.3%)
18 to 24 Years15 (100.0%)21 (65.6%)
25 to 34 Years29 (90.6%)17 (94.4%)
35 to 44 Years44 (93.6%)34 (89.5%)
45 to 54 Years43 (100.0%)38 (86.4%)
55 to 64 Years30 (93.8%)34 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years40 (100.0%)35 (76.1%)
75 Years and over7 (87.5%)11 (47.8%)
Total250 (87.4%)258 (84.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Karlstad

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Karlstad show that 0.8% or 1 of the total 123 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.3%, comprising of 1 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Karlstad
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children75 (98.7%)1 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (99.2%)1 (0.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Karlstad

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Karlstad
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (72.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)15 (53.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Karlstad

The poverty data for Karlstad shows that 1 of the married-couple family households (0.8%) and 15 of the single-parent households (34.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (1.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Karlstad
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (52.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total1 (0.8%)15 (34.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Karlstad

Employment by Class of Employer in Karlstad

Among the 287 employed individuals in Karlstad, private company employees (188 | 65.5%), not-for-profit organizations (28 | 9.8%), and local government employees (23 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Karlstad
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees18865.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)134.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)93.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations289.8%
Local Government Employees238.0%
State Government Employees144.9%
Federal Government Employees124.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total287100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Karlstad

According to the labor force statistics for Karlstad, out of the total population over 16 years of age (552), 55.6% or 307 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 4 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 10 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.5% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Karlstad
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years32 (62.7%)4 (12.5%)
20 to 24 Years8 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years28 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years80 (94.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years80 (92.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years43 (76.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total307 (55.6%)4 (1.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Karlstad

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Karlstad
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma87 (81.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree80 (92.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher84 (89.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total251 (86.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Karlstad

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Karlstad are Community & Social Service (30 | 9.9%), Education Instruction & Library (24 | 7.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 6.9%), Computers & Mathematics (16 | 5.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (16 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Karlstad

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Karlstad, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (75.0%), and Community & Social Service (70.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Karlstad
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 9 (30.0%)21 (70.0%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Health Technologists3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Total (Category)47 (56.6%)36 (43.4%)
Total (Overall)164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Karlstad are Food Preparation & Serving (33 | 10.9%), Healthcare Support (10 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (9 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (7 | 2.3%), and Law Enforcement (7 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Karlstad

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Karlstad, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Karlstad
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving10 (30.3%)23 (69.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)20 (31.8%)43 (68.2%)
Total (Overall)164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Karlstad are Office & Administration (42 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (23 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Karlstad

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Karlstad
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (65.2%)8 (34.8%)
Office & Administration9 (21.4%)33 (78.6%)
Total (Category)24 (36.9%)41 (63.1%)
Total (Overall)164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Karlstad are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 5.6%), Construction & Extraction (16 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Karlstad

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Karlstad
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)33 (94.3%)2 (5.7%)
Total (Overall)164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Karlstad are Material Moving (21 | 6.9%), Production (19 | 6.3%), and Transportation (17 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Karlstad

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Karlstad
OccupationMaleFemale
Production19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation3 (17.6%)14 (82.4%)
Material Moving18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Total (Category)40 (70.2%)17 (29.8%)
Total (Overall)164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Karlstad

Employment Industries in Karlstad

The major employment industries in Karlstad include Health Care & Social Assistance (58 | 19.1%), Retail Trade (42 | 13.9%), Educational Services (40 | 13.2%), Manufacturing (37 | 12.2%), and Wholesale Trade (30 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in Karlstad

Employment Industries by Sex in Karlstad

The Karlstad industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (85.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.0%), and Wholesale Trade (53.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Karlstad
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing36 (97.3%)1 (2.7%)
Wholesale Trade14 (46.7%)16 (53.3%)
Retail Trade26 (61.9%)16 (38.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Utilities4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Information4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services6 (15.0%)34 (85.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (19.0%)47 (81.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Public Administration7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)

Education in Karlstad

School Enrollment in Karlstad

The most common levels of schooling among the 118 students in Karlstad are high school (38 | 32.2%), elementary school (27 | 22.9%), and middle school (22 | 18.6%).
School Enrollment in Karlstad
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1210.2%
Kindergarten119.3%
Elementary School2722.9%
Middle School2218.6%
High School3832.2%
College / Undergraduate54.2%
Graduate / Professional32.5%
Total118100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Karlstad

Out of a total of 118 students who are enrolled in schools in Karlstad, 21 (17.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 97 (82.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Karlstad
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old23 (76.7%)7 (23.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (82.2%)21 (17.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Karlstad

Education (53 | 38.7%), physical & health sciences (29 | 21.2%), science & technology (12 | 8.8%), computers & mathematics (10 | 7.3%), and business (10 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 137 individuals in Karlstad who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Karlstad
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics107.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural42.9%
Physical & Health Sciences2921.2%
Psychology10.7%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology128.8%
Business107.3%
Education5338.7%
Literature & Languages53.6%
Liberal Arts & History32.2%
Visual & Performing Arts21.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities85.8%
Total137100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Karlstad

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Karlstad

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Karlstad are males with 2 vehicles (58, accounting for 36.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (44, making up 45.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Karlstad
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (2.5%)2 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle12 (7.5%)34 (26.6%)
2 Vehicles58 (36.5%)44 (34.4%)
3 Vehicles47 (29.6%)20 (15.6%)
4 Vehicles3 (1.9%)2 (1.6%)
5 or more Vehicles35 (22.0%)26 (20.3%)
Total159 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Karlstad

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Karlstad are 5 to 9 minutes (64 commuters, 23.5%), 45 to 59 minutes (37 commuters, 13.6%), and less than 5 minutes (35 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Karlstad
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3512.9%
5 to 9 Minutes6423.5%
10 to 14 Minutes248.8%
15 to 19 Minutes197.0%
20 to 24 Minutes176.2%
25 to 29 Minutes72.6%
30 to 34 Minutes134.8%
35 to 39 Minutes165.9%
40 to 44 Minutes145.1%
45 to 59 Minutes3713.6%
60 to 89 Minutes248.8%
90 or more Minutes20.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Karlstad

The most common commute times in Karlstad are 5 to 9 minutes (29 commuters, 18.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (35 commuters, 30.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Karlstad
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes20 (12.7%)15 (13.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes29 (18.5%)35 (30.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (2.5%)20 (17.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes19 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes11 (7.0%)6 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes7 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (5.7%)4 (3.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes11 (7.0%)5 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes7 (4.5%)7 (6.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes22 (14.0%)15 (13.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes18 (11.5%)6 (5.2%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (1.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Karlstad

The most frequent times of departure to work in Karlstad are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (35, 22.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (31, 27.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Karlstad
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (7.0%)4 (3.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1 (0.6%)9 (7.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM35 (22.3%)27 (23.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM21 (13.4%)19 (16.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (10.2%)31 (27.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM26 (16.6%)11 (9.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM24 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (11.5%)5 (4.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5 (3.2%)6 (5.2%)
Total157 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Karlstad

Occupancy by Ownership in Karlstad

Of the total 279 dwellings in Karlstad, owner-occupied units account for 187 (67.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 92 (33.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Karlstad
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units18767.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9233.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units279100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Karlstad

Occupancy by Household Size in Karlstad
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9835.1%
2-Person Household10939.1%
3-Person Household2810.0%
4+ Person Household4415.8%
Total Housing Units279100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Karlstad

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Karlstad
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household48 (49.0%)50 (51.0%)
2-Person Household81 (74.3%)28 (25.7%)
3-Person Household26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)
4+ Person Household32 (72.7%)12 (27.3%)
Total Housing Units187 (67.0%)92 (33.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Karlstad

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Karlstad
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
High School Diploma70 (58.8%)49 (41.2%)
College/Associate Degree49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher68 (82.9%)14 (17.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Karlstad

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Karlstad
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3813.6%
35 to 44 Years4415.8%
45 to 54 Years5218.6%
55 to 64 Years5720.4%
65 to 74 Years6422.9%
75 to 84 Years217.5%
85 Years and Over31.1%
Total279100.0%

Housing Finances in Karlstad

Median Income by Occupancy in Karlstad

Median Income by Occupancy in Karlstad
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied187 (67.0%)$59,297
Renter-Occupied92 (33.0%)$26,042
Average279 (100.0%)$50,536

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Karlstad

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Karlstad
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)3 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)8 (8.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)22 (23.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9991 (0.5%)3 (3.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)5 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (15.0%)13 (14.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (20.3%)17 (18.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99942 (22.5%)19 (20.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (25.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more12 (6.4%)2 (2.2%)
Total187 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Karlstad

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Karlstad
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012 (6.4%)18 (19.6%)
$300 to $49933 (17.6%)27 (29.3%)
$500 to $79933 (17.6%)32 (34.8%)
$800 to $99938 (20.3%)5 (5.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49951 (27.3%)4 (4.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99916 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (2.2%)
Total187 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Karlstad

Housing Structures in Karlstad

Housing Structures in Karlstad
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached18265.2%
Single Unit, Attached155.4%
2 Unit Apartments72.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments124.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments176.1%
10 or more Apartments4215.0%
Mobile Home / Other41.4%
Total279100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Karlstad

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Karlstad
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached175 (96.2%)7 (3.8%)
Single Unit, Attached11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Total187 (67.0%)92 (33.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Karlstad

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Karlstad
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)8 (8.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)28 (30.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms74 (39.6%)56 (60.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms50 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms63 (33.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total187 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Karlstad

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Karlstad
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas20 (10.7%)28 (30.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas75 (40.1%)18 (19.6%)
Electricity28 (15.0%)40 (43.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene63 (33.7%)4 (4.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1 (0.5%)2 (2.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total187 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Karlstad

Household Vehicle Usage in Karlstad
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)32 (34.8%)
1 Vehicle49 (26.2%)44 (47.8%)
2 Vehicles63 (33.7%)15 (16.3%)
3 or more Vehicles75 (40.1%)1 (1.1%)
Total187 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Karlstad

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Karlstad

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9493
Median Property Value$109,400$123,700
Median Household Income$54,643$12
Monthly Housing Costs$510$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,407$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Karlstad

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Karlstad
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00019 (20.2%)2 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99922 (23.4%)17 (18.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99947 (50.0%)70 (75.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)4 (4.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Karlstad

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Karlstad
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (29.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (22.3%)26 (28.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (10.6%)21 (22.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99922 (23.4%)9 (9.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)25 (26.9%)
Total94 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Karlstad

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Karlstad
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x56 (59.6%)69,375 (74,596.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x23 (24.5%)65 (69.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (1.1%)15 (16.1%)
4.0x or more14 (14.9%)13 (14.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Karlstad

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Karlstad
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80019 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49933 (35.1%)7 (7.5%)
$800 to $1,49942 (44.7%)30 (32.3%)
Total94 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Karlstad

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karlstad

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karlstad
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years93 (93.0%)7 (7.0%)
19 to 25 Years48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years72 (84.7%)13 (15.3%)
45 to 54 Years73 (83.9%)14 (16.1%)
55 to 64 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total556 (94.2%)34 (5.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Karlstad

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Karlstad
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen93 (93.0%)7 (7.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Karlstad

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Karlstad
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00060 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999172 (96.1%)7 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999101 (78.9%)27 (21.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karlstad

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karlstad
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (38.3%)32 (68.1%)
6 to 18 Years39 (39.0%)57 (57.0%)
19 to 25 Years15 (31.2%)33 (68.8%)
25 to 34 Years11 (27.5%)29 (72.5%)
35 to 44 Years22 (25.9%)59 (69.4%)
45 to 54 Years25 (28.7%)50 (57.5%)
55 to 64 Years19 (28.8%)47 (71.2%)
65 to 74 Years83 (96.5%)63 (73.3%)
75 Years and over31 (100.0%)29 (93.5%)
Total263 (44.6%)399 (67.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Karlstad

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Karlstad
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (31.4%)1 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years8 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (20.5%)5 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)5 (10.9%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)11 (47.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Karlstad

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Karlstad: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)4 (8.7%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)9 (39.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Karlstad: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (26.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Karlstad: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (18.0%)3 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (8.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Karlstad: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.3%)2 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)1 (2.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (26.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Karlstad: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Karlstad

Computing Device Access in Karlstad

Computing Device Access in Karlstad
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop19971.3%
Smartphone22379.9%
Tablet14451.6%
No Computing Device3813.6%
Total279100.0%

Internet Access in Karlstad

Internet Access in Karlstad
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet31.1%
Broadband Home19670.3%
Cellular Data Only196.8%
Satellite Internet186.5%
No Internet4616.5%
Total279100.0%

Karlstad Summary

Karlstad is a city located in northwestern Minnesota, in Kittson County. It is situated on the banks of the Red River of the North, and is the county seat of Kittson County. The city has a population of 845, according to the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Karlstad was first settled in 1882 by Swedish immigrants. The city was named after Karlstad, Sweden, and was incorporated in 1887. The city was originally a trading post for the local Native American tribes, and was also a stop on the Great Northern Railway.
In the early 1900s, Karlstad was a thriving agricultural community, with a large number of farms in the area. The city was also home to a number of businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, a lumber mill, and a brickyard.

Geography

Karlstad is located in northwestern Minnesota, in Kittson County. It is situated on the banks of the Red River of the North, and is the county seat of Kittson County. The city has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a flat, open area, with rolling hills to the north and east. The terrain is mostly flat, with some low hills in the area. The climate is humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers.

Economy

The economy of Karlstad is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to a number of farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of wheat, oats, barley, and other grains. The city is also home to a number of businesses, including a lumber mill, a brickyard, and a flour mill.
The city is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by the Great Northern Railway, and is a stop on the Amtrak Empire Builder line.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Karlstad was 845. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.6% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000.
The city is home to a number of churches, including the First Lutheran Church, the United Methodist Church, and the Church of the Nazarene. The city is also home to a number of schools, including the Karlstad Public School, the Kittson Central High School, and the Kittson Central Elementary School.

Conclusion

Karlstad is a small city located in northwestern Minnesota, in Kittson County. It is situated on the banks of the Red River of the North, and is the county seat of Kittson County. The city has a population of 845, according to the 2010 census. The economy of the city is largely based on agriculture, and the city is home to a number of businesses, churches, and schools.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Karlstad?
Total Population of Karlstad is 662.
What is the Total Male Population of Karlstad?
Total Male Population of Karlstad is 307.
What is the Total Female Population of Karlstad?
Total Female Population of Karlstad is 355.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Karlstad?
There are 86.48 Males per 100 Females in Karlstad.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Karlstad?
There are 115.64 Females per 100 Males in Karlstad.
What is the Median Population Age in Karlstad?
Median Population Age in Karlstad is 48.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Karlstad
Average Family Size in Karlstad is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Karlstad
Average Household Size in Karlstad is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Karlstad?
Per Capita income in Karlstad is $27,604.
What is the Median Family Income in Karlstad?
Median Family Income in Karlstad is $60,417.
What is the Median Household income in Karlstad?
Median Household Income in Karlstad is $50,536.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Karlstad?
Income or Wage Gap in Karlstad is 17.6%.
Women in Karlstad earn 82.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Karlstad?
Inequality or Gini Index in Karlstad is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Karlstad?
There are 307 People in the Labor Forcein in Karlstad.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Karlstad?
55.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Karlstad.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Karlstad?
Unemployment Rate in Karlstad is 1.3%.