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North Mankato, MN

Minnesota · Blue Earth County · Mankato Metro

North Mankato is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 14,212. Residents earn $77,571 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
14,212 Population 2,207/sq mi density
$77,571 Median Income $48,756 per capita
$252,700 Home Value $304,888 Zillow
$918 Median Rent 25.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
100 Violent Crime/100K 887 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,571 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$252,700 home value, $918/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
100 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,571
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,700
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 100/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $918
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,212
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density2,207/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,571
Per Capita$48,756
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$5,641M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,700
Rent$918
Ownership72.4%
Zillow$304,888
Housing Units6,096
Rent Burden25.2%

Crime

F
Violent100/100K
Property887/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault50/100K
Burglary114/100K

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+12.6%
School Score6.46

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute15 min
Broadband89.1%
EV Stations6
Libraries3

Is North Mankato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Mankato receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. North Mankato offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Mankato is $77,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Mankato is $252,700, 10% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

North Mankato is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 887 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

North Mankato has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

North Mankato has a population of 14,212 with a density of 2,207 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,212
Total Population
2,207
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North Mankato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Mankato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Mankato is $77,571, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,756 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,150 business establishments, including 171 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Mankato vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,571
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,190
Gini Index0.435 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,150
County GDP$5,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants171
Healthcare317
Retail276
Manufacturing81

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,631
32% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North Mankato is $252,700, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,888, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $918 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,096 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $4,631 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,700
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$918
21% below US avg
Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.4%
Owner-Occupied72.4%
Renter-Occupied27.6%
Housing Units6,096
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,631
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In North Mankato, 33.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 26.1% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.2% report binge drinking. 20.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,083. The dentist ratio is 1:1,071. 82.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)

PM2.5
7.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
8.1
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.8
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
82.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.1
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
142.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: North Mankato vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,083
Dentists1:1,071
Mental Health1:197
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death5,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities317
North Mankato has a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 50.1 per 100,000, robbery at 14.3, rape at 35.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 887 per 100,000, 55% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 708, burglary at 114, vehicle theft at 64 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, North Mankato receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: North Mankato vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.2/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape35.8/100K
Robbery14.3/100K
Assault50.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property887.2/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary114.5/100K
Theft708.3/100K
Vehicle Theft64.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents63
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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North Mankato has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The area receives 38.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 995 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density2,207/sq mi
Coordinates44.1827°N, 94.0411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBlue Earth County County
Nearest AirportMankato Regional (MKT)
7 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 38.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score72.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability31.5 / 100
Community Resilience97.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Feb 9, 1994 6 km NNE of Blomkest, Minnesota M3.1 118 km
Apr 25, 2017 Near Mankato, Minnesota M2.8 3 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

545 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 35 fatalities, 736 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 17, 2010 EF4 75 km 1
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 60 km 6
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 84 km 5
May 6, 1965 EF4 70 km 3
May 6, 1965 EF4 85 km 0
Jun 19, 1951 EF4 82 km 1
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 73 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 82 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 80 km 0
Aug 24, 2006 EF3 21 km 1
Aug 1, 2006 EF3 63 km 0
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 15 km 1
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 18 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 94 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF3 80 km 0
May 17, 1982 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 14, 1981 EF3 94 km 1
Apr 30, 1967 EF3 68 km 2
May 6, 1965 EF3 56 km 0
Jul 20, 1951 EF3 94 km 5
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SNAKE TRAIL (1,496 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 SNAKE TRAIL 1,496 49 km
2004 EAGAN 925 99 km
1990 UNNAMED 598 61 km
2024 LINCOLN WPA RX 575 25 km
1995 LV 68 CARVER 532 70 km
1990 UNNAMED 513 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.9 in

North Mankato has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 15°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (0.6").

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North Mankato is located in Blue Earth County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 43.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.6% of the vote, a 1.2-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 317 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.6%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents63
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+12.6%
School Test Score6.46
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,207/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyBlue Earth County County

Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Avg Download Speed116.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed47.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities317
Restaurants171
Retail Stores276

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.7%
Average costs for common services in North Mankato. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit $345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit $197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit $2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning $128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling $247 ($148–$394)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement $296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4) $592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement $197 ($99–$345)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour) $89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair $394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install $6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair $986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement $8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested) $14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense $4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation $493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation $2,465 ($986–$4,930)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full) $148 ($74–$247)
Manicure $25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour) $79 ($49–$128)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread $3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb) $0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly) $69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly) $84 ($49–$148)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$74)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly) $394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming $59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter $296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter $197 ($99–$394)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$914
Toddler$853
Preschool$787
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$621
Toddler$570
Preschool$570
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Blue Earth County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,632 358 $61,789 1.63
Retail Trade 5,602 286 $34,160 1.36
Manufacturing 4,348 80 $75,936 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 4,084 182 $21,164 1.09
Construction 1,941 239 $78,259 0.90
Other Services 1,546 182 $40,933 1.24
Transportation & Warehousing 1,457 74 $54,147 0.83
Finance & Insurance 1,236 124 $92,850 0.74
Professional & Technical Services 1,211 120 $92,336 0.42
Wholesale Trade 1,059 90 $76,749 0.65
Administrative & Waste Services 935 68 $41,569 0.39
Real Estate 875 84 $42,395 1.37
Educational Services 605 26 $37,235 0.71
Arts & Entertainment 538 42 $18,922 0.78
Information & Technology 493 26 $71,729 0.64
Utilities 183 12 $116,049 1.17
Management of Companies 134 11 $115,941 0.19

Colleges & Universities in North Mankato

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
South Central College Public · Associate 4,209 — $6,146 $6,146

Schools in North Mankato

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dakota Meadows Middle School Middle 878 48 18.3:1
HOOVER ELEMENTARY Elementary 503 31 16.2:1
MONROE ELEMENTARY Elementary 428 30 14.3:1
BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Elementary 233 16 14.6:1
Socrates Online Other — — —
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Radio Stations near North Mankato

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Minnesota Music Channel - KMSU HD2 adult contemporary, alternative MP3
93.1 KATO 80s, 90s AAC+ 64 kbps
94.1 KXLP classic rock AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near North Mankato

18 national parks and monuments found near North Mankato.

ParkTypeFee
Flandrau State Park State Park Free
Fort Defiance State Park State Park Free
Fort Ridgely State Park State Park Free
Fort Snelling State Park State Park Free
Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Luce Line Trail State Park Free
Minneopa State Park State Park Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Moon Lake Park State Park Free
Myre-Big Island State Park State Park Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park State Park Free
Off-Leash Dog State Park Free
Okamanpedan State Park State Park Free
Pilot Knob State Park State Park Free
Rice Lake State Park State Park Free
Rice Lake State Park State Park Free
Sakatah Lake State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Ground State Park Free

Museums in North Mankato

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HILLSTROM MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM5079337200$133,293,133
LINNAEUS ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5079337200$133,293,133
SCHAEFER GALLERYART MUSEUM5079337200$133,293,133
YLVISAKER FINE ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM$22,145,229
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTACHILDREN'S MUSEUM224 LAMM STREET5073860279$2,638,552
NICOLLET COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5079342160$348,796
BLUE EARTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5073455566$238,686
BETSY-TACY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION333 CENTER ST5073459777$51,965
WRIGHT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2001 MINNESOTA 257636827323$13,243
CONKLING GALLERYART MUSEUM5073891866
E ST JULIEN COX HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5079342160
HISTORICAL EXPERIENCESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOOKOUT ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
MADISON LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAPIDAN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM5079951185
ST PETER STATE HOSPITAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5079852249
WILDLIFE SAFARI MUSEUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION54267 COUNTY ROAD 1175073861548

Libraries in North Mankato

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BLUE EARTH COUNTY LIBRARY100 EAST MAIN STREET0.0225,748
NORTH MANKATO TAYLOR LIBRARY1001 BELGRADE AVE0.0109,788
ST. PETER PUBLIC LIBRARY601 SOUTH WASHINGTON AVENUE0.051,894

Farmers Markets in North Mankato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mankato Farmers Market1895 Adams StTue: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;Thu: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
St. Peter Farmers MarketGrace and US Hwy 169

Hotels in North Mankato

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn & Suites
Coratel Inn & Suites
Days Inn
Norwood Inn
Riverside Suites

Restaurants in North Mankato

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Dog Sports Cafe
Happy Chef Restaurant
Plaza Jalisco

Cafes in North Mankato

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caribou Coffee
Starbucks

Gas Stations in North Mankato

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
Speedway

Banks in North Mankato

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pioneer Bank
SouthPoint Financial Credit Union

Golf Courses in North Mankato

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Links Golf Course

Breweries in North Mankato

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
7 Up Bottling Co of MankatoBottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries1400 Lake St5073454926Visit
Applebee'sAmerican Restaurant, Brewery1900 Adams Saint (at Hwy 22)5073861010
Gillette Pepsi-cola CoBeverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Breweries1970 James Dr5073455031Visit
High Spirits LiquorLiquor Store and Brewery340 Stadium Rd5076255347
Mankato BreweryRestaurant, Food & Drink, Breweries1119 Center St5073862337

Pharmacies in North Mankato

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WALGREENS - 12535 1705 COMMERCE DRIVE 507-388-1617

EV Charging Stations in North Mankato

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
MGM Wine & Spirits1755 Commerce DrZEFNET21CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
CASWELL EV CASWELL NORTH1875 Carlson DrChargePoint Network2J1772public
CASWELL EV CASWELLSOFTBALL1895 Howard DrChargePoint Network2J1772public
SCC-NM SCC ONE1920 Lee BlvdChargePoint Network2J1772public
SCC-NM SCC TWO1920 Lee BlvdChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in North Mankato

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Mankato-Mt Kato) 1.7 MI SSW OF ST HWY 66GTOWER151
1.7 MI SSW OF ST HWY 66TOWER151
T111N R25W SECT 22TOWER119
T111N R25W SECT 22TOWER119
33169 COUNTY ROAD 107 (42731)GTOWER94
33169 COUNTY ROAD 107 (42731)GTOWER94
.1 MI WTOWER61
19060 510TH AVENUE (110313)GTOWER57
19060 510TH AVENUE (110313)GTOWER57
1705 Howard Drive (27705)LTOWER54
1705 Howard Drive (27705)LTOWER54

Fire Stations in North Mankato

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
North Mankato Fire Department1001 Belgrade AVEVolunteer507-625-5378

Bridges in North Mankato

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197697239,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197634139,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19929521,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197430214,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19743108,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20132285,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19921012,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1992781,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007241392G
CulvertConcrete200229300G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197964265G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198649265G
CulvertConcrete200028265G

Superfund Sites Near North Mankato

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHS OILSEED PROCESSING2020 SOUTH RIVERFRONT DRIVEBLUE EARTH

Airports Near North Mankato

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albert Lea Municipal AirportAELSmall Airport
B & D Flyers International Airport—Small Airport
Bergemann Airport—Small Airport
Blue Earth Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cornfield Canyon Airport—Small Airport
Demmers Field—Small Airport
Eagles Nest Aerodrome—Small Airport
Fairmont Municipal AirportFRMSmall Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus FieldFBLSmall Airport
Flying Cloud AirportFCMSmall Airport
Galler's Airport—Small Airport
Glencoe Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hay Shakers Airport—Small Airport
Hector Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hoppe Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Hutchinson Municipal Butler Field—Small Airport
Landeplatz Airport—Small Airport
Le Sueur Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Loken Farm Airport—Small Airport
Mankato Regional AirportMKTSmall Airport
Merill L Harris Field—Small Airport
Michels Farms Airport—Small Airport
Molnau Airpark—Small Airport
New Ulm Municipal AirportULMSmall Airport
Quast Airport—Small Airport
Rake Airport—Small Airport
Rosenberg Airport—Small Airport
Serenity Airport—Small Airport
Sevcik Farms Airport—Small Airport
Sieg's Farm Airport—Small Airport
Sky Harbor Residential Airpark—Small Airport
Sky Park Airport—Small Airport
Sleepy Eye Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Smith Field—Small Airport
Sons Private-Commercial Airport—Small Airport
St James Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Stocker Private Airport—Small Airport
Tuma Private Airport—Small Airport
Waseca Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Wells Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Zarn Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in North Mankato

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blue Earth County Sheriff's Office & Jail401 Carver Road
Good Thunder Police Department
Lake Crystal Police Department
Lake Crystal Police Station
Nicollet County Sheriffs Office
North Mankato Police Department
Saint Peter Police Department

Grocery Stores in North Mankato

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Andy's Mini MartOther1711 Lor Ray Dr
Casey's 2220Convenience Store1375 Lookout Dr
Dollar Tree 5417Other1750 Commerce Dr
KWIK TRIP 334Convenience Store1271 N River Dr
Kwik Trip 615Convenience Store1740 Commerce Dr
Nabil ShopGrocery Store406 Belgrade Ave
Seoul FoodsGrocery Store410 Belgrade Ave
Speedway 7027Convenience Store201 WEBSTER AVENUE
Walgreens 12535Other1705 Commerce Dr

Treatment Centers in North Mankato

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blue Earth County Human ServicesMental Health507-304-4319
Horizon Homes Inc - ARMHS/Adult Rehab Mental HealthBoth507-344-9247
Horizon Homes Inc - Intensive Residential Treatment/IRTSBoth507-344-3365
Horizon Homes Inc - South Central Crisis CenterMental Health877-399-3040
Inspire Services LLCBoth507-364-5312
Leo A Hoffmann CenterMental Health507-934-6122
Mayo Clinic Health System Fountain Ctr - MankatoSubstance Abuse507-625-3372
NUWAY - Mankato Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse507-295-4940
Nystrom and Associates LtdSubstance Abuse651-529-8475
Wellcome Manor Family ServicesSubstance Abuse507-546-3295

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Mankato

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CROSSVIEW COVENANT CHURCH NORTH MANKATO MN2000 HOWARD DR W
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MANKATO354 CAROL CT
IGLESIA EL CORDERO DE DIOS INC2169 EXCALIBUR RD
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD2101 LOR RAY DR
MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH1706 LEE BLVD
PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF NORTH MANKATO INC2090 COMMERCE DR
REACHING KIDS2117 PEREGRINE LN
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH507-345-7049

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Mankato

What is the population of North Mankato?

North Mankato has a population of 14,212 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 2,207 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is North Mankato expensive to live in?

North Mankato has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,571, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,700 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is North Mankato safe?

North Mankato is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 887 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, North Mankato receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in North Mankato?

North Mankato has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in North Mankato?

The job market in North Mankato is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 2,150 business establishments in the area, including 171 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Mankato?

The median home value in North Mankato is $252,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,888. For renters, the median monthly rent is $918. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,631.

How are the schools in North Mankato?

Schools in North Mankato score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.0% of adults in North Mankato hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is North Mankato?

The obesity rate in North Mankato is 33.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 20.5% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,083.

What is transportation like in North Mankato?

The average commute in North Mankato is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Mankato?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Mankato is 88.3% White, 2% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

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