Lester Prairie, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,848 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$663 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$609 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McLeod County
2
Hutchinson Urban 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

McLeod County
2
Hutchinson Urban Area
2
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 14
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 9 30
Apr 2 2 46
May 2 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 17, MN State House District 17B, MN
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Schools

Lester Prairie Secondary
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Lester Prairie Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Holy Trinity School
6 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

Crown College
14 miles, E • 1.4 star
PCI Academy-Plymouth
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Glencoe Regional Health Services
9 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Ridgeview Medical Center
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hutchinson Health
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
46 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
102 miles, SE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
105 miles, N • 1 star
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