Lake George, MN

Minnesota

Lake George is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 245. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
245 Population 48/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $33,380 per capita
$222,500 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$222,500 home value, $1,025/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,500
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

How Lake George Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population245
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans18.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$33,380
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$968M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,500
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units182
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.3%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Lake George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake George receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lake George offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake George is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake George is $222,500, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake George has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lake George has a population of 245 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

245
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake George is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lake George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,380
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake George is $222,500, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,500
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Lake George, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake George vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death6,268/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Lake George has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates47.1788°N, 94.9724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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