Lester Prairie, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · McLeod County County
Lester Prairie, MN
At a Glance
How Lester Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lester Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lester Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lester Prairie residents earn a median household income of $87,188 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,575. The unemployment rate stands at 0.3% (92% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,049 business establishments, including 68 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lester Prairie is $217,000 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $326,874. Median rent is $735/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Education
15.8% of adults in Lester Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lester Prairie has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches.