Swift County, Minnesota is located in the west central part of the state, and is home to a population of 9,843. The median household income for the county is $56,919, which is slightly above the national average of $55,322. The median home value in Swift County is $137,100, which is slightly below the national average of $184,700. The unemployment rate in the county is 3.5%, which is lower than the national average of 3.9%.
The demographics of Swift County are largely white, with a population that is 93.7% Caucasian. The remaining 6.3% of the population is made up of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, and Native Americans. The median age of the population is 39.2, with the largest age group being 25-44 years old.
Education in Swift County is provided by the Swift County-Benson Schools District. The district consists of three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The district also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and the arts. The district has an overall graduation rate of 86.4%, which is slightly above the national average of 84.6%.
Real estate in Swift County is largely rural, with a majority of the homes being single family homes. The median price of a home in the county is $137,100, which is slightly below the national average of $184,700. The median rent in the county is $822, which is slightly below the national average of $949. The vacancy rate in the county is 3.4%, which is lower than the national average of 6.7%.