Big Lake, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Carlton County County
Big Lake, MN
At a Glance
How Big Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Lake residents earn a median household income of $84,583 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,852. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 816 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Lake is $251,000 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $376,679. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Big Lake reports 132 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 387/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Big Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Lake has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.