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Albert Lea, MN


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Albert Lea, Minnesota

Albert Lea, Minnesota, in Freeborn county, is 51 miles SW of Rochester, Minnesota (center to center) and 91 miles S of St. Paul, Minnesota. The city is home to some 18,356 residents.

The People and Families of Albert Lea

In Albert Lea, about 55% of adults are married.

You'll see many senior citizens in Albert Lea.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Albert Lea had a median family income of $42,407.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,425) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Albert Lea. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Albert Lea Housing

According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Albert Lea was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Albert Lea, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Albert Lea strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Albert Lea Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Albert Lea Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 13%Albert Lea Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Albert Lea, MN

Comparing Albert Lea to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens107
Age of the Population98
Female Share of the Population77
Racial Diversity59
Well-Paid Single Men53
Male Share of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size24

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty53
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income44
College Educated Adults34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work77
Working at Home63
Public Transportation Use56

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents108
Affordability of Property Taxes98
People Living Alone87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Housing Recently Built33

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