Lucan, MN

Minnesota

Lucan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 201. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
201 Population 503/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $25,236 per capita
$110,900 Home Value
$621 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $621/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density503/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$25,236
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,088 ft (332 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Lucan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lucan receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lucan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lucan is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% 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 Lucan is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lucan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lucan has a population of 201 with a density of 503 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

201
Total Population
503
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lucan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lucan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lucan is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lucan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,236
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lucan is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$621
47% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Lucan, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.7%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56
Lucan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,088 ft (332 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density503/sq mi
Coordinates44.4102°N, 95.4129°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density503/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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