What are the schools like in Nicollet, MN?

Nicollet is served primarily by NICOLLET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Nicollet?

The median household income in Nicollet, MN is $73,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

What is the weather like in Nicollet, MN?

Nicollet has an average high temperature of 23.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Nicollet, MN affordable or expensive?

Nicollet's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nicollet is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $190,200 and the median rent is $836 per month.

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

Nicollet has a violent crime rate of 90.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 674.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nicollet, MN a Good Place to Live?

Nicollet is a small town of 873 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $73,500 and a 1.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

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

All Nicollet 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: 87.6

Nicollet's overall cost of living index is 87.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nicollet costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nicollet, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$190,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$836	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$73,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Nicollet's violent crime rate is 90.4 per 100,000 residents — 76% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

90.4 /100k

Property Crime

674.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Nicollet is served primarily by NICOLLET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nicollet, MN	National Avg
School District	NICOLLET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nicollet sees average highs of 23.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July, with 33.4 inches of annual precipitation and 37.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nicollet, MN
Average High — January	23.0°F
Average High — July	81.4°F
Annual Precipitation	33.4"
Annual Snowfall	37.9"

Demographics

Metric	Nicollet, MN	National Avg
Population	873	—
Median Age	32.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.4%	22.2%
65 and over	12.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Courtland, MN 8 mi North Mankato, MN 10 mi Kasota, MN 11 mi St. Peter, MN 12 mi Lake Crystal, MN 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Nicollet

Nicollet, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

56074

Nicollet vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicollet, MN affordable or expensive?

Nicollet's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nicollet roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $190,200 and median rent is $836/month.

What is the crime rate in Nicollet, MN?

Nicollet's violent crime rate is 90.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 674.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nicollet?

Public schools in Nicollet are operated by NICOLLET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 14.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nicollet, MN a good place to live?

Nicollet, MN has a population of 873, a median household income of $73,500, and an unemployment rate of 1.9%. 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 Nicollet?

Nicollet averages 23.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.4 inches with about 37.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nicollet?

Nicollet, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 56074.

What is the population of Nicollet?

The population of Nicollet, Minnesota is 873 with a median age of 32.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nicollet?

Key numbers for living in Nicollet: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $190,200, median household income $73,500, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nicollet side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.