Lamberton, MN

Minnesota

Lamberton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 864. Residents earn $59,330 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
864 Population 1,137/sq mi density
$59,330 Median Income $28,258 per capita
$87,000 Home Value $90,091 Zillow
$770 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,330 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,000 home value, $770/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,330
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population864
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,137/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,330
Per Capita$28,258
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,000
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$90,091
Rent Burden23.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,140 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+93.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute13 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries4

Is Lamberton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lamberton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lamberton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lamberton is $59,330, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lamberton is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lamberton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lamberton has a population of 864 with a density of 1,137 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

864
Total Population
1,137
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lamberton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lamberton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lamberton is $59,330, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Lamberton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,330
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,258
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lamberton is $87,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $90,091.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,000
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$90,091

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Lamberton, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lamberton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56

Crime Rates: Lamberton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lamberton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,137/sq mi
Coordinates44.2306°N, 95.2676°W
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,137/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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