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St. Peter, MN

Minnesota · Le Sueur County · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro

St. Peter is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 12,085. Residents earn $65,042 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,085 Population 1,991/sq mi density
$65,042 Median Income $31,660 per capita
$238,700 Home Value $340,462 Zillow
$943 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
133 Violent Crime/100K 1,064 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,042 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$238,700 home value, $943/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
133 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,042
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $238,700
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 133/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,085
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,991/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,042
Per Capita$31,660
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,243M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,700
Rent$943
Ownership60.0%
Zillow$340,462
Housing Units4,084
Rent Burden28.1%

Crime

F
Violent133/100K
Property1,064/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault83/100K
Burglary108/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking17.2%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation891 ft (272 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.84

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute15 min
Broadband84.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is St. Peter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Peter receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. St. Peter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Peter is $65,042, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.7% 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 St. Peter is $238,700, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

St. Peter is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,064 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Peter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°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 32.4 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

St. Peter has a population of 12,085 with a density of 1,991 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 7.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.7% of residents, while 11.3% speak Spanish. 4.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,085
Total Population
1,991
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Peter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Peter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Peter is $65,042, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 790 business establishments, including 44 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). 21.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Peter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,042
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,660
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$81,276
Gini Index0.399 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)790
County GDP$1,243M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare67
Retail78
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home21.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Peter is $238,700, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,462, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% 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. 60.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,084 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $4,786 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,700
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,462

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.0%
Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units4,084
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In St. Peter, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 26.3% are physically inactive. 26.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,210. The dentist ratio is 1:3,239. 73.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)

PM2.5
2.2
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
3.9
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
93.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
139.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: St. Peter vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,210
Dentists1:3,239
Mental Health1:1,721
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities67
St. Peter has a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 83.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 49.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,064 per 100,000, 46% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 931, burglary at 108, vehicle theft at 25 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, St. Peter receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: St. Peter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent133.0/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape49.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault83.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,063.8/100K
46% below US avg
Burglary108.1/100K
Theft930.9/100K
Vehicle Theft24.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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St. Peter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°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 32.4 inches. The area receives 37.9 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 891 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density1,991/sq mi
Coordinates44.3293°N, 93.9677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLe Sueur County County
Nearest AirportMankato Regional (MKT)
8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below US avg
Snowfall 37.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score22.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience96.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very 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 M3.1 111 km
Apr 25, 2017 Near Mankato, Minnesota M2.8 16 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

555 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 46 fatalities, 1,164 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 17, 2010 EF4 88 km 1
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 69 km 6
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 95 km 5
May 6, 1965 EF4 86 km 6
May 6, 1965 EF4 68 km 0
May 6, 1965 EF4 53 km 3
May 6, 1965 EF4 95 km 3
Jun 19, 1951 EF4 69 km 1
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 85 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 86 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 82 km 0
Aug 24, 2006 EF3 25 km 1
Aug 1, 2006 EF3 77 km 0
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 17 km 1
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 1 km 0
Jul 1, 1997 EF3 88 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 80 km 0
Jul 23, 1987 EF3 99 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 26, 1984 EF3 96 km 1
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 83 km
1990 UNNAMED 598 49 km
2024 LINCOLN WPA RX 575 42 km
1995 LV 68 CARVER 532 53 km
1990 UNNAMED 513 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.9 in

St. Peter has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 13°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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St. Peter is located in Le Sueur County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66% of the vote, a 33.7-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 67 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 56.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score5.84
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,991/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi
CountyLe Sueur County County

Services

Broadband Access84.7%
Avg Download Speed116.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed60.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants44
Retail Stores78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home21.5%
Average costs for common services in St. Peter. 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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$758
Toddler$697
Preschool$637
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$592
Toddler$534
Preschool$548
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Le Sueur County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,784 45 $72,155 3.91
Retail Trade 954 80 $28,344 1.10
Health Care & Social Assistance 676 102 $36,365 0.54
Construction 634 138 $74,481 1.39
Accommodation & Food Services 489 51 $17,655 0.62
Finance & Insurance 255 32 $83,041 0.72
Other Services 202 70 $30,844 0.77
Arts & Entertainment 116 17 $16,121 0.80
Information & Technology 43 11 $97,398 0.26
Real Estate 35 19 $33,985 0.26
Educational Services 16 7 $32,936 0.09

Hospitals in St. Peter

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
RIVER'S EDGE HOSPITAL & CLINIC Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (507) 931-2200

Schools in St. Peter

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Peter High School High 718 36 19.9:1
St. Peter Middle School Middle 621 42 14.8:1
North Elementary School Elementary 383 29 13.2:1
South Elementary School Elementary 275 20 13.8:1
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Radio Stations near St. Peter

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 St. Peter

18 national parks and monuments found near St. Peter.

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
Lake Maria State Park 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
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 St. Peter

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
JOSEPH R BROWN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM600 MAIN STREET5072483234
LE SUEUR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5072674091
LOOKOUT ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
MADISON LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAPIDAN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM5079951185
SIBLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION700 MAIN ST5072483434
ST PETER STATE HOSPITAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5079852249
WILDLIFE SAFARI MUSEUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION54267 COUNTY ROAD 1175073861548

Libraries in St. Peter

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 St. Peter

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 St. Peter

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn
Best Western Plus Saint Peter
Engesser House Bed & Breakfast

Restaurants in St. Peter

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

3rd Street Tavern
El Agave
Erbert and Gerbert's Sandwich Shop
Extra Innings
Great Wall
Jake's Pizza
Nicollet Cafe

Cafes in St. Peter

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caribou Coffee
River Rock

Theatres in St. Peter

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anderson Theatre

Dentists in St. Peter

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St Peter Family Dental Care

Veterinaries in St. Peter

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #5270684071
Vet Rx Pharmacy

Gas Stations in St. Peter

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Kwik Trip
Speedway

Banks in St. Peter

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CCFBank
First National Bank Minnesota
Home Town Bank
South Point Financial Credit Union

Gyms in St. Peter

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St. Peter Emporium CrossFit

Golf Courses in St. Peter

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shoreland Country Club

Breweries in St. Peter

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

Nursing Homes in St. Peter

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITY
1907 KLEIN STREET
 Non profit - Corporation 79 68 4/5 — 4/5 4/5 5079342203

Pharmacies in St. Peter

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
QUALITY CARE PHARMACY 612 SOUTH MINNESOTA AVENUE 507-931-5540
RIVERS EDGE QUALITY CARE PHARMACY 1900 SUNRISE DRIVE 507-931-7354
SODERLUND VILLAGE DRUG 201 SOUTH 3RD STREET 507-931-4410

EV Charging Stations in St. Peter

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger1002 Old Minnesota AvenueTesla8TESLApublic
St Peter Municipal Parking Lot100 Nassau StZEFNET21CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in St. Peter

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
100 Woods Drive (42684)GTOWER93
100 Woods Drive (42684)GTOWER93
.1 MI WTOWER61
1705 Howard Drive (27705)LTOWER54
1705 Howard Drive (27705)LTOWER54

Fire Stations in St. Peter

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Saint Peter Volunteer Fire Department227 Mulberry STVolunteer507-934-1120

Power Plants Near St. Peter

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
LAKE EMILY SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.9OP
PAULSON COMMUNITY (CSG)SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.9OP

Bridges in St. Peter

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201510611,436G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20221138,429G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20181138,429G
Truss (Thru)Steel continuous19314025,548F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20011283,550G
CulvertConcrete192323900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199887315G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199980115G
CulvertConcrete19852857G

Correctional Facilities in St. Peter

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
NICOLLET COUNTY JAIL501 S. MINNESOTA AVECOUNTY1634OPEN
LEO A HOFFMANN CENTER1715 SHEPPARD DRSTATE-999-999OPEN
MINNESOTA SECURITY HOSPITAL100 FREEMAN DRIVESTATE369-999OPEN

Superfund Sites Near St. Peter

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHS OILSEED PROCESSING2020 SOUTH RIVERFRONT DRIVEBLUE EARTH

Airports Near St. Peter

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain FieldMSPLarge Airport
Airlake Airport—Small Airport
Albert Lea Municipal AirportAELSmall Airport
B & D Flyers International Airport—Small Airport
Bergemann Airport—Small Airport
Blue Earth Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Brandt Airport—Small Airport
Cornfield Canyon Airport—Small Airport
Crystal AirportMICSmall 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
Ingleside Airport—Small Airport
L & M Aerodrome—Small Airport
Landeplatz Airport—Small Airport
Le Sueur Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Mankato Regional AirportMKTSmall Airport
Maple Airport—Small Airport
Merill L Harris Field—Small Airport
Michels Farms Airport—Small Airport
Molnau Airpark—Small Airport
New Ulm Municipal AirportULMSmall Airport
Owatonna Degner Regional AirportOWASmall Airport
Quast Airport—Small Airport
Schumacher 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
Timmers Landing Field—Small Airport
Tuma Private Airport—Small Airport
Underland Airstrip—Small Airport
Waseca Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Wells Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Winsted Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Zarn Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in St. Peter

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blue Earth County Sheriff's Office & Jail401 Carver Road
Henderson Police Department
Le Center Police Department
Nicollet County Sheriffs Office
North Mankato Police Department
Saint Peter Police Department

Grocery Stores in St. Peter

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 10589Other1109 Old Minnesota Ave
Express Lane 5501Convenience Store624 S Minnesota Ave
Family Dollar 4648Other220 Grace St
Family Fresh Market 331Super Store612 S Minnesota Ave
Hy-Vee 7079Super Store1002 Old Minnesota Ave
Kwik Trip 1152Convenience Store1815 Old Minnesota Ave
Kwik Trip 466Convenience Store1305 S Minnesota Ave
Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza MN099Specialty Store1226 S Minnesota Ave
Speedway 4141Convenience Store123 Saint Julien St
ST PETER FOOD CO-OPSupermarket228 W Mulberry St
St Peter Quick MartConvenience Store1122 S Minnesota Ave

Treatment Centers in St. Peter

9 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

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Peter

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF THE HOLY COMMUNION118 N MINNESOTA AVE
ISLAMIC CENTER OF ST PETER1401 N 5TH ST
MINISTERIO INTERNACIONAL CRISTO EL GRAN YO SOY INC12 SUMMIT PARK
NORSELAND LUTHERAN CHURCH37777 STATE HIGHWAY 22
RIVER OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF SAINT PETER MN830 SUNRISE DR
SAINT PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL427 W MULBERRY ST
SCANDIAN GROVE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH42869 COUNTY ROAD 52
SUNRISE ASSEMBLY OF GOD722 SUNRISE DR
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH511 S 5TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Peter

What is the population of St. Peter?

St. Peter has a population of 12,085 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,991 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is St. Peter expensive to live in?

St. Peter 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 $65,042, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $238,700 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Peter safe?

St. Peter is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,064 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, St. Peter receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in St. Peter?

St. Peter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 13°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 32.4 inches, with 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in St. Peter?

The job market in St. Peter is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 790 business establishments in the area, including 44 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 21.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Peter?

The median home value in St. Peter is $238,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,462. For renters, the median monthly rent is $943. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,786.

How are the schools in St. Peter?

Schools in St. Peter score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.3% of adults in St. Peter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. Peter?

The obesity rate in St. Peter is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 26.3% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 73.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,210.

What is transportation like in St. Peter?

The average commute in St. Peter is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 56.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Peter?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Peter is 80.5% White, 7.3% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 88.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.3% speak Spanish. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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