Detroit Lakes’ population is 7,316 while the total for Becker County is 29,394.

Churches:

There are 56 churches of all denomincations in the Becker County area.

Medical Facilities:

St. Mary’s Hospital is an 87 bed acute care facility that specializes in surgery, geriatric care, obstetrics, cardiac care and emergency care.

MeritCare Health System is comprised of a 300+ physician medical group, a 380 bed hospital, located in Fargo, a regional network of 27 primary care clinics, one of which is in Detroit Lakes, and a full range of specialized services.

Dakota Clinic is in Detroit Lakes and can deliver services either in a clinic setting or through outreach programs. Dakota physicians and specialists have admitting privileges at two of the regions most sophisticated hospitals.