Gaylord, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Sibley County County
Gaylord, MN
At a Glance
How Gaylord Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gaylord's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gaylord a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gaylord residents earn a median household income of $60,500 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,543. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 405 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gaylord is $163,300 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $252,552. Median rent is $739/month, with 29.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Gaylord reports 128 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,880/100K.
Education
12.4% of adults in Gaylord hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gaylord has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.