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Lester Prairie, MN

Minnesota · McLeod County

Lester Prairie is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,848. Residents earn $87,188 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,848 Population 1,848/sq mi density
$87,188 Median Income $38,575 per capita
$217,000 Home Value $313,014 Zillow
$735 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,188 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$217,000 home value, $735/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,188
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $217,000
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,848
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,848/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,188
Per Capita$38,575
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$217,000
Rent$735
Ownership85.8%
Zillow$313,014
Housing Units733
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property813/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary116/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.45

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Lester Prairie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lester Prairie receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lester Prairie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lester Prairie is $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lester Prairie is $217,000, 23% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lester Prairie is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 813 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lester Prairie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°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 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lester Prairie has a population of 1,848 with a density of 1,848 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (86.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.5% of residents, while 10.5% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 9.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,848
Total Population
1,848
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Lester Prairie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish 10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lester Prairie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lester Prairie is $87,188, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,575. The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,049 business establishments, including 68 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 10.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lester Prairie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,188
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,575
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,945
Gini Index0.425 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare124
Retail133
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lester Prairie is $217,000, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,014, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 733 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,970. 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,000
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,014

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.8%
Owner-Occupied85.8%
Renter-Occupied14.2%
Housing Units733
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Lester Prairie, 42.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 27.9% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 21.0% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,361. The dentist ratio is 1:1,266. 74.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Lester Prairie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,361
Dentists1:1,266
Mental Health1:375
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death5,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities124
Lester Prairie has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 813 per 100,000, 59% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 639, burglary at 116, vehicle theft at 58 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lester Prairie receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property813.0/100K
59% below US avg
Burglary116.1/100K
Theft638.8/100K
Vehicle Theft58.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents75
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Lester Prairie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,848/sq mi
Coordinates44.8833°N, 94.0370°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMcLeod County County
Nearest AirportMinneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
22% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score46.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability20.5 / 100
Community Resilience96.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Feb 9, 1994 6 km NNE of Blomkest, Minnesota M3.1 77 km
Apr 25, 2017 Near Mankato, Minnesota M2.8 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

545 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 31 fatalities, 1,165 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 3, 1983 EF4 68 km 0
May 6, 1965 EF4 40 km 0
May 6, 1965 EF4 62 km 3
May 6, 1965 EF4 53 km 6
May 6, 1965 EF4 25 km 3
Jun 19, 1951 EF4 26 km 1
Jul 11, 2008 EF3 89 km 0
May 25, 2008 EF3 84 km 1
Aug 24, 2006 EF3 71 km 1
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 68 km 1
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 62 km 0
Jul 1, 1997 EF3 26 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 22 km 0
Jul 23, 1987 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 26, 1984 EF3 65 km 1
Jun 14, 1981 EF3 61 km 1
Sep 3, 1980 EF3 73 km 1
May 6, 1965 EF3 25 km 0
May 5, 1964 EF3 97 km 0
May 24, 1958 EF3 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 4 (5,887 ac, 2002).

Year Name Acres Distance
2002 UNIT 4 5,887 72 km
2003 UNITS 37 38 39 A 4,879 71 km
1998 UNITS 1617 4,649 75 km
2005 RX HFR 05 4,253 75 km
2009 BU9 4,112 73 km
2007 WUI 07 - UNIT 36 4,025 70 km
2000 UNIT 25 3,412 70 km
2009 BU11 3,242 71 km
1997 BIG 2,987 71 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,904 84 km
2003 UNITS 34 33 W 2,637 70 km
2024 UNIT 8E RX 2,551 72 km
1992 SHARPTAIL 2,288 69 km
2010 WUI 10 UNIT D 2,042 69 km
1996 UNNAMED 1,906 71 km
2006 UNIT 4 1,732 74 km
2009 UNIT 23 24 26 1,644 71 km
1995 ANTLER 1,603 69 km
2004 WUI UNIT 16 1,592 76 km
1995 UNIT 16 1,570 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.8 in

Lester Prairie has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 13°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.7").

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Lester Prairie is located in McLeod County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.1% of the vote, a 38-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 124 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents75
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.45
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,848/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyMcLeod County County

Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Avg Download Speed73.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants68
Retail Stores133

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%
Average costs for common services in Lester Prairie. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit $345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit $197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit $2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning $128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling $247 ($148–$394)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement $296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4) $592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement $197 ($99–$345)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour) $89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair $394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install $6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair $986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement $8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested) $14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense $4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation $493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation $2,465 ($986–$4,930)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full) $148 ($74–$247)
Manicure $25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour) $79 ($49–$128)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread $3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb) $0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly) $69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly) $84 ($49–$148)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$74)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly) $394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming $59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter $296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter $197 ($99–$394)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$914
Toddler$853
Preschool$787
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$621
Toddler$570
Preschool$570
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McLeod County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,375 88 $78,283 3.39
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,550 141 $56,692 1.13
Retail Trade 1,962 127 $31,000 1.25
Accommodation & Food Services 1,094 65 $20,085 0.77
Construction 519 119 $71,159 0.63
Administrative & Waste Services 439 43 $52,863 0.48
Other Services 421 104 $34,523 0.89
Finance & Insurance 386 76 $72,994 0.61
Arts & Entertainment 173 18 $22,225 0.66
Educational Services 141 6 $30,724 0.43
Real Estate 91 31 $35,236 0.37
Information & Technology 84 14 $39,742 0.29

Schools in Lester Prairie

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
LESTER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Elementary 248 17 14.6:1
LESTER PRAIRIE SECONDARY High 239 9 26.6:1
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Radio Stations near Lester Prairie

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WSUL — AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Lester Prairie

14 national parks and monuments found near Lester Prairie.

ParkTypeFee
Flandrau State Park State Park Free
Fort Ridgely State Park State Park Free
Fort Snelling State Park State Park Free
Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Lake Maria State Park State Park Free
Luce Line Trail State Park Free
Minneopa State Park State Park Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Moon Lake Park State Park Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park State Park Free
Off-Leash Dog State Park Free
Rice Lake State Park State Park Free
Sakatah Lake State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Ground State Park Free

Museums in Lester Prairie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CARVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9524424234$1,110,430
COKATO FINNISH AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3202865823
COKATO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLENCOE HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC HUTCHINSONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUBERT H HUMPHREY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7636584505
WATERTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION309 LEWIS AVE S
WILLKOMMEN HERITAGE & PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF NORWOOD YOUNGHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WRIGHT AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Farmers Markets in Lester Prairie

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Delano Legion Market Days200 Babcock Blvd06/03/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Glencoe Area Farmers Market1107 11th Street East06/12/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Watertown Farm and Craft Market300 Lewis Avenue NMay to SeptemberFri:3:30 PM - 6:30 PM;Visit
Winsted Farmer's MarketWinsted Avenue05/01/2013 to 10/26/2013Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Lester Prairie

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Longhorns Burger House

Golf Courses in Lester Prairie

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shadowbrooke Golf Course

Breweries in Lester Prairie

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Waconia Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink255 Main St W6128882739

Cell Towers in Lester Prairie

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Delano) COUNTY STATE HWY 14GTOWER148
(Delano) COUNTY STATE HWY 14GTOWER148
4685 180TH STREET (81728)GTOWER117
4685 180TH STREET (81728)GTOWER117
37402 196th Street (101974)MTOWER61
37402 196th Street (101974)MTOWER61
(Winsted) 1508 245th StreetMTOWER59
Cologne, 0.4 Miles North of US-212, and 1.0 Miles West ofTOWER56
1.5 miles North of SR-7, and 1.6 miles East of SR-25TOWER56

Fire Stations in Lester Prairie

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lester Prairie Fire Department36 Redwood ST NVolunteer320-395-2608

Power Plants Near Lester Prairie

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
ANDROMEDA COMMUNITY SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-94.0OP
NOVEL MARTIN SOLAR ONE LLC (MCLEOD)SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-94.0OP
HONEYSUCKLE SOLAR, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-94.0V

Bridges in Lester Prairie

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1936327,626F
CulvertConcrete1999272,510G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20011491,700G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19901601,665F
CulvertConcrete1990311,665F
CulvertConcrete1990271,100F
CulvertConcrete201023960G
SlabConcrete continuous2008147270F
SlabConcrete continuous200114158G
SlabConcrete continuous200211038G
SlabConcrete continuous199315330F

Airports Near Lester Prairie

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint Cloud Regional AirportSTCMedium Airport
Brandt Airport—Small Airport
Buffalo Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cameron's Airport—Small Airport
Crystal AirportMICSmall Airport
Demmers Field—Small Airport
Don's Landing Field—Small Airport
Empire Valley Airport—Small Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus FieldFBLSmall Airport
Flying Cloud AirportFCMSmall Airport
Galler's Airport—Small Airport
Glencoe Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Guggenberger Airport—Small Airport
Haven Airport—Small Airport
Hay Shakers Airport—Small Airport
Hector Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hutchinson Municipal Butler Field—Small Airport
Ingleside Airport—Small Airport
Joyner Airport—Small Airport
Kral's Personal Use Landing Field—Small Airport
L & M Aerodrome—Small Airport
Landeplatz Airport—Small Airport
Le Sueur Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Leaders Clear Lake Airport—Small Airport
Litchfield Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Lux Strip—Small Airport
Mankato Regional AirportMKTSmall Airport
Maple Airport—Small Airport
Maple Lake Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Meadowvale Airport—Small Airport
Merill L Harris Field—Small Airport
Michels Farms Airport—Small Airport
Mikes Aerodrome—Small Airport
Miller Airport—Small Airport
Minske Field—Small Airport
Molnau Airpark—Small Airport
New Ulm Municipal AirportULMSmall Airport
Paynesville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Princeton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Quast Airport—Small Airport
Reynolds Field—Small Airport
Schumacher Airport—Small Airport
Serenity Airport—Small Airport
Sevcik Farms Airport—Small Airport
Silver Creek Meadow Airport—Small Airport
Sky Harbor Residential Airpark—Small Airport
Sky Park Airport—Small Airport
Sleepy Eye Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Smith Field—Small Airport
Sons Private-Commercial Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Lester Prairie

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Carver County Sheriff
Howard Lake Police Department
Lester Prairie Police Department
McLeod County Sheriff's Department
Winsted Police Department

Grocery Stores in Lester Prairie

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 3474Convenience Store1018 Central Ave
Dollar General 22546Other18454 County Road 9

Treatment Centers in Lester Prairie

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Sobriety First Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse320-251-0035

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lester Prairie

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
HARVEST COMMUNITY CHURCH OF MINNESOTAPO BOX 817
SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 217
ST PAUL EVANGLICAL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 38

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lester Prairie

What is the population of Lester Prairie?

Lester Prairie has a population of 1,848 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,848 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Lester Prairie expensive to live in?

Lester Prairie has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,000 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lester Prairie safe?

Lester Prairie is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 813 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lester Prairie receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lester Prairie?

Lester Prairie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Lester Prairie?

The job market in Lester Prairie is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 1,049 business establishments in the area, including 68 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 10.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lester Prairie?

The median home value in Lester Prairie is $217,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,014. For renters, the median monthly rent is $735. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,970.

How are the schools in Lester Prairie?

Schools in Lester Prairie score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.8% of adults in Lester Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lester Prairie?

The obesity rate in Lester Prairie is 42.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 74.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,361.

What is transportation like in Lester Prairie?

The average commute in Lester Prairie is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lester Prairie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lester Prairie is 86.6% White. 89.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.5% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 9.9% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

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