Lafayette, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
478 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$644 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nicollet County
2
Mankato Metro Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Nicollet County
2
Mankato Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 6 33
Dec 1 9 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 18, MN State House District 18A, MN
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Schools

Lafayette Public Charter School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Gfw High School
7 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Gfw Elementary
9 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Martin Luther College
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Gustavus Adolphus College
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
South Central College
25 miles, S • 1.9 star
Bethany Lutheran College
28 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

New Ulm Medical Center
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
78 miles, NE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
101 miles, SE • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
131 miles, W • 1.4 star
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