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Lake Crystal, MN
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Lake Crystal, MN
At a Glance
How Lake Crystal Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Crystal's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Crystal a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Crystal residents earn a median household income of $77,979 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,343. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,150 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Crystal is $193,800 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $283,101. Median rent is $644/month, with 26.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Lake Crystal reports 200 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,202/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Lake Crystal hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Crystal has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.