What are the schools like in North Oaks, MN?

North Oaks is served primarily by AFSA High School. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in North Oaks?

The median household income in North Oaks, MN is $235,714 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

What is the weather like in North Oaks, MN?

North Oaks has an average high temperature of 24.6°F in January and 82.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 40.4 inches.

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

Q: Is North Oaks, MN affordable or expensive?

North Oaks's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Oaks is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $714,600 and the median rent is $2,112 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Oaks, MN?

North Oaks has a violent crime rate of 450.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2738.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Oaks, MN a Good Place to Live?

North Oaks is a small town of 5,193 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $235,714 and a 5.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether North Oaks is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Oaks 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

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

Metric	North Oaks, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$714,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,112	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$235,714	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

North Oaks's violent crime rate is 450.8 per 100,000 residents — 19% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

450.8 /100k

Property Crime

2738.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Oaks is served primarily by AFSA High School. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Oaks, MN	National Avg
School District	AFSA High School	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	71.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Oaks sees average highs of 24.6°F in January and 82.7°F in July, with 33.1 inches of annual precipitation and 40.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Oaks, MN
Average High — January	24.6°F
Average High — July	82.7°F
Annual Precipitation	33.1"
Annual Snowfall	40.4"

Demographics

Metric	North Oaks, MN	National Avg
Population	5,193	—
Median Age	48.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.1%	18.9%
Asian	7.6%	6.3%
Under 18	27.8%	22.2%
65 and over	27.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Shoreview, MN 2 mi Lino Lakes, MN 4 mi Circle Pines, MN 4 mi Vadnais Heights, MN 4 mi Arden Hills, MN 4 mi

ZIP Codes in North Oaks

North Oaks, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55127

North Oaks vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Oaks, MN affordable or expensive?

North Oaks's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts North Oaks roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $714,600 and median rent is $2,112/month.

What is the crime rate in North Oaks, MN?

North Oaks's violent crime rate is 450.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2738.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Oaks?

Public schools in North Oaks are operated by AFSA High School. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 71.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Oaks, MN a good place to live?

North Oaks, MN has a population of 5,193, a median household income of $235,714, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. 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 North Oaks?

North Oaks averages 24.6°F in January and 82.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.1 inches with about 40.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Oaks?

North Oaks, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55127.

What is the population of North Oaks?

The population of North Oaks, Minnesota is 5,193 with a median age of 48.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Oaks?

Key numbers for living in North Oaks: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $714,600, median household income $235,714, crime index 123 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Oaks side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.