Lismore, MN

Minnesota

Lismore is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 259. Residents earn $58,490 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
259 Population 740/sq mi density
$58,490 Median Income $29,093 per capita
$48,900 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,490 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,900 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,490
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density740/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,490
Per Capita$29,093
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$1,897M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,900
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units203
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,691 ft (515 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries2

Is Lismore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lismore 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 below-average incomes. Lismore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lismore is $58,490, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lismore is $48,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lismore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lismore has a population of 259 with a density of 740 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%).

Population

259
Total Population
740
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lismore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.6%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.4%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lismore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lismore is $58,490, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lismore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,490
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$67,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)638
County GDP$1,897M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare72
Retail93
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lismore is $48,900, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,900
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Rate7.01%
In Lismore, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep29.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death6,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities72
Lismore has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 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) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,691 ft (515 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density740/sq mi
Coordinates43.7491°N, 95.9481°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.6-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density740/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants42
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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