White Bear Lake, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Ramsey County County
White Bear Lake, MN
At a Glance
How White Bear Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows White Bear Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is White Bear Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
White Bear Lake residents earn a median household income of $79,712 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,403. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,457 business establishments, including 1,243 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in White Bear Lake is $318,000 , 13% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $358,126. Median rent is $1,540/month, with 30.2% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
White Bear Lake reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,329/100K.
Education
40.1% of adults in White Bear Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
White Bear 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 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.