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Comprehensive Data Report

Battle Lake, MN

ZIP Code 56515

Otter Tail County

Population
2,799
Median Income
$72,012
Home Value
$356,100
Livability
71/100
Total Population
2,799
Median Household Income
$72,012
Median Home Value
$356,100
Median Rent
$913

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 60 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
2,799 residents
Median Age
59.6 years
Safety Score
67/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
71
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
78/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
67/100
Education
38/100
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Employment
93/100
Housing
67/100
Weather
63/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Battle Lake, MN 56515

Coordinates: 46.2945°, -95.7075°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
95
Near average
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
87
Below avg
Transportation
99
Average
Healthcare
99
Average
Groceries
98
Average
Utilities
99
Average
Overall
95
Average

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
3,156,875,000
Employment Rate
96.4%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
12%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
18.9%
Professional Services
15%
Retail Trade
12.5%
Education
9.5%
Manufacturing
8.9%
Total Employed
3,043,312,000
Total Unemployed
113,563,000
Unemployment Rate
3.6%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
59.6 years
Per Capita Income
$44,689
Poverty Rate
3.7%