What are the schools like in Lanesboro, MN?

Lanesboro is served primarily by LANESBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in Lanesboro?

The median household income in Lanesboro, MN is $71,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

What is the weather like in Lanesboro, MN?

Lanesboro has an average high temperature of 23.6°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Lanesboro, MN affordable or expensive?

Lanesboro's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lanesboro is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $164,000 and the median rent is $499 per month.

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

Lanesboro has a violent crime rate of 38.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 289.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lanesboro, MN a Good Place to Live?

Lanesboro is a small town of 829 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $71,750 and a 1.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Lanesboro stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Lanesboro 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: 93.1

Lanesboro's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lanesboro costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lanesboro, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$164,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$499	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lanesboro's violent crime rate is 38.0 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

38.0 /100k

Property Crime

289.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Lanesboro is served primarily by LANESBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lanesboro, MN	National Avg
School District	LANESBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lanesboro sees average highs of 23.6°F in January and 81.1°F in July, with 37.9 inches of annual precipitation and 42.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lanesboro, MN
Average High — January	23.6°F
Average High — July	81.1°F
Annual Precipitation	37.9"
Annual Snowfall	42.2"

Demographics

Metric	Lanesboro, MN	National Avg
Population	829	—
Median Age	46.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.0%	22.2%
65 and over	26.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Whalan, MN 3 mi Preston, MN 6 mi Fountain, MN 8 mi Peterson, MN 9 mi Rushford Village, MN 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Lanesboro

Lanesboro, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55949

Lanesboro vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lanesboro, MN affordable or expensive?

Lanesboro's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lanesboro roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $164,000 and median rent is $499/month.

What is the crime rate in Lanesboro, MN?

Lanesboro's violent crime rate is 38.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 289.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lanesboro?

Public schools in Lanesboro are operated by LANESBORO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 44.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lanesboro, MN a good place to live?

Lanesboro, MN has a population of 829, a median household income of $71,750, and an unemployment rate of 1.2%. 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 Lanesboro?

Lanesboro averages 23.6°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.9 inches with about 42.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lanesboro?

Lanesboro, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55949.

What is the population of Lanesboro?

The population of Lanesboro, Minnesota is 829 with a median age of 46.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lanesboro?

Key numbers for living in Lanesboro: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $164,000, median household income $71,750, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lanesboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.