Albert Lea city, Minnesota
Albert Lea city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Albert Lea city is a geographic entity located in Freeborn County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,217. The land area covers 13.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 18,217 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,788 | ±258 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 8,552 | ±186 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,788 | ±258 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 764 | ±239 |
| Median Home Value | $157,500 | ±$8,407 |
| Median Gross Rent | $857 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,603 | ±$5,663 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,282 | ±$4,891 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,278 | ±353 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,059 | ±373 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±2.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 18,159 (2024)
ID: 208474
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
221 E CLARK ST, ALBERT LEA MN 56007-2496
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GUS Population: 30,314 (2024)
ID: 208444
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
411 S BROADWAY, ALBERT LEA MN 56007
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ALDEN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ALDEN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBERT LEA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBERT LEA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | ALBERT LEA, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | ALBERT LEA, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ALDEN, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | ALDEN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GLENVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GLENVILLE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM - ALBERT LEA AND AUSTIN
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Hospital | City address association | 404 WEST FOUNTAIN STREET, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007 |
(507) 377-6490
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Riverland Community College
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College | 18.5 mi away | 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN, 55912-1473 |
5074330600
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ALBERT LEA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 211 E CLARK ST, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007 |
(507) 377-4350
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NORTHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 906 1ST AVE S, NORTHWOOD, IA, 50459 |
(641) 324-1340
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NEW RICHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 119 S BROADWAY, NEW RICHLAND, MN, 56072 |
(507) 465-3708
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LAKE MILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 102 S LAKE ST, LAKE MILLS, IA, 50450 |
(641) 592-0092
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WELLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 54 1ST STREET SW, WELLS, MN, 56097 |
(507) 553-3702
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AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 323 FOURTH AVE NE, AUSTIN, MN, 55912 |
(507) 433-2391
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JOICE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 102 N STATE ST, JOICE, IA, 50446 |
(641) 588-3330
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BLOOMING PRAIRIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 138 HIGHWAY AVE SOUTH, BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN, 55917 |
(507) 583-7750
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ALBERT LEA 3SE, MN US, located 4.5 miles from Albert Lea city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.5° | 5.9° | 14.2° | 0.89" | 8.9" |
| February | 27.1° | 9.8° | 18.5° | 0.87" | 9.8" |
| March | 39.6° | 22.8° | 31.2° | 1.94" | 6.6" |
| April | 55.1° | 35.5° | 45.3° | 3.74" | 2.8" |
| May | 68.0° | 48.1° | 58.1° | 4.85" | 0.3" |
| June | 78.3° | 59.0° | 68.7° | 5.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.6° | 62.5° | 72.0° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 59.9° | 69.6° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.0° | 51.1° | 62.0° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.9° | 37.7° | 48.3° | 2.58" | 0.3" |
| November | 42.1° | 25.3° | 33.7° | 1.54" | 2.7" |
| December | 28.3° | 13.4° | 20.9° | 1.13" | 8.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Lea city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hayward city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Manchester city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Glenville city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Twin Lakes city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Clarks Grove city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2704700694. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.