Mountain Lake, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Watonwan County County
Mountain Lake, MN
At a Glance
How Mountain Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mountain Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mountain Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mountain Lake residents earn a median household income of $59,115 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,279. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 343 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mountain Lake is $118,900 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,925. Median rent is $833/month, with 23.8% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Mountain Lake reports 363 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 207/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Mountain Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mountain Lake has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.