Medicine Lake, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Medicine Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 541. Residents earn $161,250 per year, which is 115% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
541 Population 3,182/sq mi density
$161,250 Median Income $105,496 per capita
$1,014,500 Home Value $1,094,093 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$161,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$1,014,500 home value, $1,025/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $161,250
115% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,014,500
260% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.0%
111% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population541
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density3,182/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$161,250
Per Capita$105,496
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute17 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,014,500
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,094,093
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation889 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.0%
High School+99.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute17 min
Broadband97.2%
Libraries7

Is Medicine Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medicine Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Medicine 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 Medicine Lake is $161,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 115% above $75,149. This places Medicine Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medicine Lake is $1,014,500, making it a premium housing market at 260% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Medicine Lake is a highly educated community — 71.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Medicine Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Medicine Lake has a population of 541 with a density of 3,182 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

541
Total Population
3,182
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Medicine Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medicine Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medicine Lake is $161,250, which is 115% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Medicine Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$161,250
115% above US avg
Per Capita Income$105,496
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% 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 Rate0.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Medicine Lake is $1,014,500, 260% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,094,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,014,500
260% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,094,093

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate0.66%
In Medicine Lake, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Medicine Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density3,182/sq mi
Coordinates44.9958°N, 93.4181°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 71.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (111% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.0%
111% above US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,182/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home19.0%

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