What are the schools like in Gaylord, MN?

Gaylord is served primarily by SIBLEY EAST SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.4:1.

What is the median household income in Gaylord?

The median household income in Gaylord, MN is $62,083 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.

What is the weather like in Gaylord, MN?

Gaylord has an average high temperature of 21.2°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Gaylord, MN affordable or expensive?

Gaylord's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gaylord is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $150,500 and the median rent is $780 per month.

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

Gaylord has a violent crime rate of 128.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1879.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gaylord, MN a Good Place to Live?

Gaylord is a small town of 2,082 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $62,083 and a 3.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Gaylord stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Gaylord is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gaylord 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: 93.5

Gaylord's overall cost of living index is 93.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gaylord costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gaylord, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$150,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$780	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,083	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gaylord's violent crime rate is 128.2 per 100,000 residents — 66% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

128.2 /100k

Property Crime

1879.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Gaylord is served primarily by SIBLEY EAST SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gaylord, MN	National Avg
School District	SIBLEY EAST SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gaylord sees average highs of 21.2°F in January and 82.4°F in July, with 31.7 inches of annual precipitation and 50.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gaylord, MN
Average High — January	21.2°F
Average High — July	82.4°F
Annual Precipitation	31.7"
Annual Snowfall	50.0"

Demographics

Metric	Gaylord, MN	National Avg
Population	2,082	—
Median Age	44.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	23.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	17.2%	22.2%
65 and over	20.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Gaylord

Gaylord, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55334

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaylord, MN affordable or expensive?

Gaylord's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gaylord roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $150,500 and median rent is $780/month.

What is the crime rate in Gaylord, MN?

Gaylord's violent crime rate is 128.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1879.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gaylord?

Public schools in Gaylord are operated by SIBLEY EAST SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. 12.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gaylord, MN a good place to live?

Gaylord, MN has a population of 2,082, a median household income of $62,083, and an unemployment rate of 3.6%. 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 Gaylord?

Gaylord averages 21.2°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 31.7 inches with about 50.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gaylord?

Gaylord, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55334.

What is the population of Gaylord?

The population of Gaylord, Minnesota is 2,082 with a median age of 44.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gaylord?

Key numbers for living in Gaylord: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $150,500, median household income $62,083, crime index 56 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gaylord side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.