Litchfield, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Meeker County County
Litchfield, MN
At a Glance
How Litchfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Litchfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Litchfield residents earn a median household income of $57,539 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,558. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 708 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Litchfield is $183,900 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,886. Median rent is $917/month, with 26.7% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Litchfield reports 246 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,075/100K.
Education
20.2% of adults in Litchfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Litchfield has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches.