What are the schools like in Chandler, MN?

School district data for Chandler is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Chandler?

The median household income in Chandler, MN is $73,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.8%.

What is the weather like in Chandler, MN?

Chandler has an average high temperature of 21.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 46.3 inches.

Chandler, MN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Chandler, MN affordable or expensive?

Chandler's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chandler is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $86,700 and the median rent is $809 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Chandler, MN?

Chandler has a violent crime rate of 61.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 390.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Chandler, MN a Good Place to Live?

Chandler is a small town of 359 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $73,875 and a 7.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Chandler stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Chandler is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chandler city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.1

Chandler's overall cost of living index is 91.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chandler costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chandler, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$86,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$809	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$73,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Chandler's violent crime rate is 61.0 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

61.0 /100k

Property Crime

390.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Chandler, MN	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	63.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chandler sees average highs of 21.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July, with 30.1 inches of annual precipitation and 46.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chandler, MN
Average High — January	21.3°F
Average High — July	81.1°F
Annual Precipitation	30.1"
Annual Snowfall	46.3"

Demographics

Metric	Chandler, MN	National Avg
Population	359	—
Median Age	41.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	71.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	23.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.5%	22.2%
65 and over	16.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lake Wilson, MN 4 mi Hadley, MN 7 mi Leota, MN 8 mi Iona, MN 8 mi Woodstock, MN 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Chandler

Chandler, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

56122

Chandler vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chandler, MN affordable or expensive?

Chandler's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chandler roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $86,700 and median rent is $809/month.

What is the crime rate in Chandler, MN?

Chandler's violent crime rate is 61.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 390.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Chandler?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Chandler, MN a good place to live?

Chandler, MN has a population of 359, a median household income of $73,875, and an unemployment rate of 7.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Chandler?

Chandler averages 21.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 30.1 inches with about 46.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chandler?

Chandler, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 56122.

What is the population of Chandler?

The population of Chandler, Minnesota is 359 with a median age of 41.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chandler?

Key numbers for living in Chandler: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $86,700, median household income $73,875, crime index 17 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chandler side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.