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Lakeland Shores, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Lakeland Shores is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 371. Residents earn $136,875 per year, which is 82% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
371 Population 1,159/sq mi density
$136,875 Median Income $60,385 per capita
$445,700 Home Value $509,212 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$136,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$445,700 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $136,875
82% higher than US avg
Home Value $445,700
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.2%
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

How Lakeland Shores Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population371
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,159/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$136,875
Per Capita$60,385
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$445,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$509,212
Housing Units126
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking12.0%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.2%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+15.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries5

Is Lakeland Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeland Shores receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lakeland Shores stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeland Shores is $136,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 82% above $75,149. This places Lakeland Shores among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeland Shores is $445,700, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lakeland Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lakeland Shores has a population of 371 with a density of 1,159 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

371
Total Population
1,159
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeland Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeland Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeland Shores is $136,875, which is 82% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Lakeland Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,875
82% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,385
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeland Shores is $445,700, 58% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $509,212.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$445,700
58% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$509,212

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Lakeland Shores, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakeland Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep27.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,662
Dentists1:2,363
Mental Health1:1,229
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits70.6%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Lakeland Shores has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,159/sq mi
Coordinates44.9495°N, 92.7624°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.2%
22% above US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+15.7%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,159/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Nearby Cities

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