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Lengby, MN

Minnesota

Lengby is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 42. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
42 Population 168/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $29,433 per capita
$60,000 Home Value $213,779 Zillow
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density168/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$29,433
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$393M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,779
Housing Units51
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.8%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,390 ft (424 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Lengby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lengby receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lengby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lengby is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lengby is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lengby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lengby has a population of 42 with a density of 168 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 (81%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

42
Total Population
168
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lengby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lengby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lengby is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lengby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lengby is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units51
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In Lengby, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Lengby has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,390 ft (424 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density168/sq mi
Coordinates47.5153°N, 95.6346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density168/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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