Home Value $101,300

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.7%

77% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.0%

61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155

Median Age59.9 yrs

Density196/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans8.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,376

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty20.0%

County GDP$2,995M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$101,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units87

Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking14.7%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain36.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,229 ft (375 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.7%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%

Commute25 min

Broadband89.0%

Libraries4

Is Lansing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lansing receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lansing faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lansing is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lansing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lansing has a population of 155 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%).

Population

155

Total Population

196

People / sq mi

59.9yrs

Median Age

54% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lansing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.1%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.9%
	26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lansing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lansing is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lansing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,376
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,174
IRS Avg AGI	$68,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.0%
	61% above US avg
Establishments (County)	900
County GDP	$2,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants	69
Healthcare	109
Retail	119
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,183
	20% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	96.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lansing is $101,300, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$101,300
	64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	92.1%
Housing Units	87
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,183
	20% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.13%

In Lansing, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	27.4%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	10.9%
Short Sleep	33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.6%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,362
Dentists	1:1,825
Mental Health	1:598
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	64.5%
Premature Death	6,955/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	77.0%
Healthcare Facilities	109

Lansing has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.2 inches
	5% below US avg
Snowfall	43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,229 ft (375 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	196/sq mi
Coordinates	43.7477°N, 92.9657°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27099

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%

D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.7%
	77% below US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	196/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	109
Restaurants	69
Retail Stores	119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	96.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Lansing, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lansing a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lansing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lansing vs U.S. Average

Income: Lansing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities