Long Lake, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Long Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,710. Residents earn $95,972 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,710 Population 1,988/sq mi density
$95,972 Median Income $52,124 per capita
$391,400 Home Value $413,277 Zillow
$1,613 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,972 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$391,400 home value, $1,613/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,972
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $391,400
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.5%
62% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,613
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,710
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,988/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,972
Per Capita$52,124
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$391,400
Rent$1,613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$413,277

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation962 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.5%
High School+94.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Long Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Long Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Lake is $95,972, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Lake is $391,400, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,613 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Long Lake is a highly educated community — 54.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Long Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 54.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Long Lake has a population of 1,710 with a density of 1,988 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

1,710
Total Population
1,988
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Long Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Lake is $95,972, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Long Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,972
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,124
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Lake is $391,400, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,613 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $413,277.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$391,400
39% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$413,277
Median List Price$574,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$574,950
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,613
39% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Long Lake, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

Crime Rates: Long Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Long Lake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall54.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation962 ft (293 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,988/sq mi
Coordinates44.9832°N, 93.5701°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.5%
62% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,988/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home21.2%

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