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Lastrup, MN

Minnesota

Lastrup is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 112. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
112 Population 303/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $38,072 per capita
$127,100 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,100 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$38,072
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,501M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+9.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries5

Is Lastrup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lastrup receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Lastrup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lastrup is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lastrup is $127,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lastrup has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 52.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lastrup has a population of 112 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

112
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lastrup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lastrup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lastrup is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lastrup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,072
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$65,404

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,122
County GDP$1,501M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,307
6% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lastrup is $127,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,100
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,307
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Lastrup, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,789
Dentists1:2,634
Mental Health1:745
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death7,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access46.2%
Healthcare Facilities101
Lastrup has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall52.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates46.0398°N, 94.0618°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+9.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants94
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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