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Is Lakeville a Good Place to Live? Lakeville, Minnesota: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Lakeville ranks #45 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #23 of 524 smaller cities and #5 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (2.9%, #2 of 524) and high household income ($139,041, #43 of 524), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
Lakeville by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Lakeville's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Lakeville?
Lakeville's cost of living index is 104.8, 5% above the US level of 100 and #935 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,806/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $485,324, 38% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
| Measure | Lakeville | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 104.8#935 of 1,308 | 98.6 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $485,324#789 of 1,187 | $350,752 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $2,136/mo#774 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $452,500#891 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,806/mo#967 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.3x#301 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 15.6%#81 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Lakeville housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Lakeville is in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro.
Minnesota housing market →Is Lakeville safe?
Lakeville recorded 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 72% below the US rate of 328 and 59% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #113 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #49 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Lakeville Police Department. Property crime runs 524 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Lakeville | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 92#113 of 1,085 | 224 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 524#31 of 1,085 | 1,412 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Lakeville?
The median household in Lakeville earns $139,041, 67% above the US figure of $83,163 and 60% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.1% (US 4.3%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Lakeville | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $139,041#73 of 1,312 | $87,117 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.1%#131 of 1,058 | 3.9% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 2.9%#14 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +1.5%#153 of 1,132 | +0.6% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Lakeville?
The median resident of Lakeville is 36.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 50.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #253 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 87.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Lakeville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 36.8 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 50.6%#253 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 87.8% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Lakeville's schools and health?
Lakeville's 14 public schools graduate 90.6% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 16.5 students per teacher and $14,913 spent per pupil. 33.7% of adults are obese and 8.2% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Lakeville | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 90.6%#346 of 1,063 | 83.6% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 16.5#685 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $14,913#596 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 33.7%#673 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 8.2%#123 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 14.2%#164 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 5.8%#134 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 12,333 students are enrolled in Lakeville's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Lakeville?
The average commute in Lakeville is 23.6 minutes (Minnesota 22.7); 1% of workers take transit and 23.4% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Lakeville scores 7.6 of 20 (below average walkable), #1149 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 70.1°F and winters 18.8°F, with 32.3 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Lakeville | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 23.6 min#644 of 1,312 | 22.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 2.7%#126 of 1,312 | 4.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 66.1% | 70.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 1% | 1.8% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 23.4% | 14.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.6#1149 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.9 | 7.8 | 1.1 |
| Feb | 28.1 | 11.8 | 0.8 |
| Mar | 41.1 | 24 | 1.7 |
| Apr | 56.2 | 36.3 | 2.7 |
| May | 68.6 | 48.2 | 3.9 |
| Jun | 78.1 | 58.5 | 4.9 |
| Jul | 82 | 62.6 | 4.2 |
| Aug | 79 | 60.1 | 4.4 |
| Sep | 72 | 52.3 | 3.2 |
| Oct | 57.9 | 39.4 | 2.8 |
| Nov | 41.6 | 26.5 | 1.6 |
| Dec | 27.7 | 14.4 | 1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Farmington 3nw.
| Measure | Lakeville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 45.7°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 70.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 18.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 32.3 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Farmington 3nw.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Lakeville?
Dakota County's air had a median air quality index of 35, and 73% of measured days were rated good; 10 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Dakota County's biggest natural hazard losses in strong wind, hail, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.11% of building value, lower than 83% of US counties.
| Measure | Lakeville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 35#143 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 10#859 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.11%#270 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Dakota County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Dakota County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Strong wind | 0.014% | 96% of counties |
| Hail | 0.0077% | 79% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.014% | 72% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.057% | 19% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Lakeville compare with similar-size cities?
Lakeville is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #23 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 74,354.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville, MNPop. 74,354 | #45 | 70.9 | $139,041 | $1,806/mo | 92 | 23.6 min |
| Rock Hill, SCPop. 75,259 | #989 | 50.3 | $68,771 | $1,341/mo | 394 | 25 min |
| Ellicott City, MDPop. 75,257 | #14 | 74.3 | $156,964 | $2,061/mo | no data | 28.2 min |
| Appleton, WIPop. 75,023 | #257 | 63.0 | $80,483 | $1,030/mo | 189 | 19.3 min |
| Lauderhill, FLPop. 74,896 | #1252 | 42.3 | $51,165 | $1,684/mo | part year | 30 min |
| New Britain, CTPop. 74,223 | #814 | 53.1 | $58,613 | $1,253/mo | 424 | 21.5 min |
| Bolingbrook, ILPop. 74,096 | #226 | 63.8 | $108,400 | $1,749/mo | 220 | 30 min |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #175 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year | 29.2 min |
| Redlands, CAPop. 73,375 | #620 | 56.4 | $105,041 | $2,005/mo | 272 | 24.9 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Lakeville compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Lakeville ranks #5 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 70.9 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 60% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 59% below the statewide rate. Homes are 38% above the typical Minnesota home.
| City | Rank in MN | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edina, MNPop. 53,262 | #1 | 72.2 | $128,767 | $1,844/mo | 52 |
| Minnetonka, MNPop. 53,064 | #2 | 71.8 | $119,517 | $1,779/mo | 101 |
| Eden Prairie, MNPop. 63,051 | #3 | 71.7 | $130,489 | $1,833/mo | 54 |
| Plymouth, MNPop. 79,220 | #4 | 71.5 | $136,534 | $1,766/mo | 65 |
| Lakeville, MNPop. 74,354 | #5 | 70.9 | $139,041 | $1,806/mo | 92 |
| Maple Grove, MNPop. 71,173 | #6 | 69.2 | $132,731 | $1,868/mo | 112 |
| Woodbury, MNPop. 78,305 | #7 | 68.4 | $125,310 | $1,908/mo | 75 |
| St. Louis Park, MNPop. 49,594 | #8 | 68.0 | $101,648 | $1,644/mo | 122 |
| Eagan, MNPop. 68,000 | #9 | 65.7 | $108,690 | $1,679/mo | 130 |
| Apple Valley, MNPop. 55,679 | #10 | 64.0 | $97,673 | $1,738/mo | 204 |
| Blaine, MNPop. 72,488 | #11 | 63.8 | $106,801 | $1,705/mo | 65 |
| Bloomington, MNPop. 88,665 | #12 | 62.8 | $93,211 | $1,561/mo | 283 |
| Rochester, MNPop. 122,330 | #13 | 62.4 | $89,389 | $1,399/mo | 186 |
| Burnsville, MNPop. 64,463 | #14 | 61.7 | $87,024 | $1,513/mo | 163 |
| Brooklyn Park, MNPop. 83,876 | #15 | 61.6 | $89,891 | $1,325/mo | 348 |
| Coon Rapids, MNPop. 63,468 | #16 | 59.7 | $88,251 | $1,494/mo | 146 |
| Duluth, MNPop. 87,093 | #17 | 58.6 | $68,807 | $1,087/mo | 231 |
| St. Paul, MNPop. 307,284 | #18 | 57.9 | $73,394 | $1,281/mo | 491 |
| Minneapolis, MNPop. 427,246 | #19 | 54.0 | $80,846 | $1,371/mo | 1,004 |
| St. Cloud, MNPop. 70,629 | #20 | 51.3 | $61,374 | $1,003/mo | 361 |
All 20 Minnesota cities we track, by overall score. Minnesota statewide: median income $87,117, violent crime 223.5 per 100,000.
How is Lakeville's score calculated?
Lakeville scores 70.9 out of 100, #45 of 1,312 (grade A+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Minnesota's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Lakeville. Similar-size median 55.5.
85.8 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Lakeville's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
97.1 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Lakeville. Similar-size median 58.9.
66.9 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Lakeville's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
60.6 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Lakeville's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
54.0 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Lakeville. Similar-size median 56.1.
95.2 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Lakeville. Similar-size median 42.4.
59.4 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Lakeville. Similar-size median 50.0.
60.1 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Lakeville's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
34.7 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
76.4 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Lakeville's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Lakeville has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Lakeville
Is Lakeville, MN a good place to live?
Lakeville ranks #45 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #23 of 524 smaller cities and #5 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (2.9%, #2 of 524) and high household income ($139,041, #43 of 524), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
What is the cost of living in Lakeville?
Lakeville's cost of living index is 104.8, 5% above the US level of 100 and #935 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,806/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $485,324, 38% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
What is the crime rate in Lakeville?
Lakeville recorded 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 72% below the US rate of 328 and 59% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #113 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #49 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Lakeville Police Department. Property crime runs 524 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Lakeville?
The median household in Lakeville earns $139,041, 67% above the US figure of $83,163 and 60% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.1% (US 4.3%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Lakeville?
Median rent in Lakeville is $1,806/mo (Census), #967 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $2,136/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 15.6% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Lakeville?
The typical home value in Lakeville is $485,324, up 1% in a year, against $350,752 for Minnesota and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $452,500.
How are the public schools in Lakeville?
Lakeville's 14 public schools graduate 90.6% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 16.5 students per teacher and $14,913 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Lakeville?
The average commute is 23.6 minutes, #644 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 22.7 minutes across Minnesota. 2.7% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Lakeville?
Lakeville averages 45.7°F over the year, 70.1°F in summer and 18.8°F in winter, with 32.3 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Lakeville walkable?
Lakeville scores 7.6 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1149 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Lakeville at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Dakota County's biggest natural hazard losses in strong wind, hail, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.11% of building value, lower than 83% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Lakeville?
Dakota County's air had a median air quality index of 35, and 73% of measured days were rated good; 10 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Lakeville?
Lakeville has 74,354 residents. The median resident of Lakeville is 36.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 50.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #253 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 87.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Lakeville compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Lakeville ranks #5 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 70.9 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 60% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 59% below the statewide rate. Homes are 38% above the typical Minnesota home.
What cities are similar in size to Lakeville?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Lakeville's population of 74,354 are Rock Hill, SC (#989 overall), Ellicott City, MD (#14 overall), Appleton, WI (#257 overall), Lauderhill, FL (#1252 overall), and New Britain, CT (#814 overall). Lakeville is #45.