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Lauderdale, MN


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Lauderdale, Minnesota

Lauderdale, Minnesota, in Ramsey county, is 3 miles NE of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Part of the surrounding Minneapolis - Saint Paul metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Lauderdale is home to some 2,364 residents.

The People and Families of Lauderdale

In Lauderdale, about 44% of adults are married. People in Lauderdale have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

Approximately 21% of Lauderdale is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then Lauderdale is very American.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lauderdale had a median family income of $52,813. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Lauderdale. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the city.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Lauderdale. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Lauderdale Housing

According to the 2000 census, 51% of the housing in Lauderdale was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Lauderdale, 81% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Lauderdale it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the city.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyLauderdale College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyLauderdale Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyLauderdale Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyLauderdale Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyLauderdale Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Lauderdale Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Lauderdale Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Lauderdale, MN

Comparing Lauderdale 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
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Well-Paid Single Men109
Racial Diversity1010
Male Share of the Population66
Female Share of the Population55
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Senior Citizens22
Age of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income97
People in Middle Class or Better75
People Above Poverty64

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times87
Working at Home31

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone1010
Housing Recently Built56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33
Affordability of Property Taxes33
Affordability of Rents22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime76
Low Property Crime44
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