Round Lake, MN

Minnesota

Round Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 383. Residents earn $63,661 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
383 Population 525/sq mi density
$63,661 Median Income $34,019 per capita
$87,800 Home Value $162,888 Zillow
$593 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,661 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,800 home value, $593/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,661
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,800
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $593
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population383
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,661
Per Capita$34,019
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$602M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,800
Rent$593
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,888
Housing Units221
Rent Burden18.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries4

Is Round Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Round Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Round Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Round Lake is $63,661, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Round Lake is $87,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $593 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Round Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 48.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Round Lake has a population of 383 with a density of 525 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 (85.1%), with 6.5% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

383
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Round Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Round Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Round Lake is $63,661, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Round Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,661
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,019
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$70,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$602M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare16
Retail28
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Round Lake is $87,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $593 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,888.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,800
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$64
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$593
49% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Round Lake, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep30.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death8,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities16
Round Lake has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall48.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates43.5372°N, 95.4719°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants8
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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