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Le Roy, MN

Minnesota

Le Roy is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 790. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
790 Population 1,113/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $30,687 per capita
$106,400 Home Value $202,912 Zillow
$655 Median Rent 39.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,400 home value, $655/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population790
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,113/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$30,687
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$727M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,400
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,912
Housing Units400
Rent Burden39.9%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute32 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries3

Is Le Roy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Roy receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Le Roy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Le Roy is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Le Roy is $106,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Le Roy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 50.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Le Roy has a population of 790 with a density of 1,113 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

790
Total Population
1,113
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Roy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Le Roy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Roy is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Le Roy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,687
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$65,702

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)341
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail49
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,607
26% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Le Roy is $106,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,912.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,400
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,912

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% below US avg
Rent Burden39.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units400
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,607
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Le Roy, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Le Roy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,896
Dentists1:4,767
Mental Health1:1,339
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death6,255/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities22
Le Roy has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall50.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Coordinates43.5133°N, 92.5078°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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