Long Prairie, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Stearns County County
Long Prairie, MN
At a Glance
How Long Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Long Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Long Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Long Prairie residents earn a median household income of $57,139 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,528. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,733 business establishments, including 391 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Long Prairie is $130,100 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $261,708. Median rent is $942/month, with 28.0% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Long Prairie reports 242 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 806/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Long Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Long Prairie has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.