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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lauderdale strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):
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|---|---|---|
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 2% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 2% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Lauderdale to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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