What are the schools like in Mahtomedi, MN?

Mahtomedi is served primarily by MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Mahtomedi?

The median household income in Mahtomedi, MN is $126,579 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Mahtomedi, MN?

Mahtomedi has an average high temperature of 22.3°F in January and 79.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 40.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Mahtomedi, MN affordable or expensive?

Mahtomedi's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mahtomedi is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $435,600 and the median rent is $1,652 per month.

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

Mahtomedi has a violent crime rate of 117.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1118.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mahtomedi, MN a Good Place to Live?

Mahtomedi is a small town of 8,073 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $126,579 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Mahtomedi stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Mahtomedi is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mahtomedi 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: 104.5

Mahtomedi's overall cost of living index is 104.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mahtomedi costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Mahtomedi, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$435,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,652	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$126,579	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mahtomedi's violent crime rate is 117.4 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

117.4 /100k

Property Crime

1118.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Mahtomedi is served primarily by MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mahtomedi, MN	National Avg
School District	MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	60.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mahtomedi sees average highs of 22.3°F in January and 79.3°F in July, with 33.8 inches of annual precipitation and 40.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mahtomedi, MN
Average High — January	22.3°F
Average High — July	79.3°F
Annual Precipitation	33.8"
Annual Snowfall	40.4"

Demographics

Metric	Mahtomedi, MN	National Avg
Population	8,073	—
Median Age	43.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	1.6%	6.3%
Under 18	23.6%	22.2%
65 and over	20.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Birchwood Village, MN 0 mi Willernie, MN 1 mi Pine Springs, MN 2 mi White Bear Lake, MN 2 mi Dellwood, MN 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Mahtomedi

Mahtomedi, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55115

Mahtomedi vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahtomedi, MN affordable or expensive?

Mahtomedi's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Mahtomedi roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $435,600 and median rent is $1,652/month.

What is the crime rate in Mahtomedi, MN?

Mahtomedi's violent crime rate is 117.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1118.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mahtomedi?

Public schools in Mahtomedi are operated by MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 60.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mahtomedi, MN a good place to live?

Mahtomedi, MN has a population of 8,073, a median household income of $126,579, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. 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 Mahtomedi?

Mahtomedi averages 22.3°F in January and 79.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.8 inches with about 40.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mahtomedi?

Mahtomedi, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55115.

What is the population of Mahtomedi?

The population of Mahtomedi, Minnesota is 8,073 with a median age of 43.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mahtomedi?

Key numbers for living in Mahtomedi: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $435,600, median household income $126,579, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mahtomedi side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.