Gem Lake city, Minnesota
Gem Lake city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Gem Lake city is a geographic entity located in Ramsey County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 511. The land area covers 1.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 511 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 57.3 yrs | ±14.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 194 | ±43 | 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 | 204 | ±45 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 194 | ±43 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±16 |
| Median Home Value | $568,900 | ±$78,622 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,800 | ±$716 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,583 | ±$29,668 |
| Per Capita Income | $69,953 | ±$14,950 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15 | ±12 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 215 | ±60 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.4% | ±5.9% |
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: 515 (2024)
ID: 128754
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
4200 OTTER LAKE RD, SAINT PAUL MN 55110-3763
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GUS Population: 542,015 (2024)
ID: 106736
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
15 KELLOGG BLVD W, STE 250, SAINT PAUL MN 55102-1614
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LITTLE CANADA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | SOUTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | SAINT PAUL, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood
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College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 3000 White Bear Ave Suite 27, Maplewood, MN, 55109 |
6513400766
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MAPLEWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 3025 SOUTHLAWN DR, MAPLEWOOD, MN, 55109 |
(651) 704-2033
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Century College
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College | 3.0 mi away | 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110 |
6517703200
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WHITE BEAR LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 4698 CLARK AVENUE, WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN, 55110 |
(651) 407-5302
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Townsend Barber Institute
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 694 County Road B. West, Roseville, MN, 55113-0000 |
6513309098
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NORTH ST PAUL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 2290 N 1ST ST, NORTH ST PAUL, MN, 55109 |
(651) 747-2700
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Bethel University
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College | 6.0 mi away | 3900 Bethel Dr, Saint Paul, MN, 55112 |
6516386400
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WILDWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 763 STILLWATER ROAD, MAHTOMEDI, MN, 55115 |
(651) 426-2042
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University of Northwestern-St Paul
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College | 6.6 mi away | 3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN, 55113-1598 |
6516315100
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SHOREVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 4560 NORTH VICTORIA STREET, SHOREVIEW, MN, 55126 |
(651) 486-2300
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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 VADNAIS LAKE, MN US, located 3.0 miles from Gem Lake city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.6° | 8.3° | 16.5° | 0.78" | — |
| February | 30.0° | 11.4° | 20.7° | 0.81" | — |
| March | 42.2° | 24.1° | 33.1° | 1.50" | — |
| April | 56.5° | 37.0° | 46.8° | 3.12" | — |
| May | 69.4° | 50.3° | 59.8° | 4.31" | — |
| June | 78.7° | 60.1° | 69.4° | 4.52" | — |
| July | 82.7° | 64.3° | 73.5° | 4.47" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 62.4° | 71.5° | 4.45" | — |
| September | 73.0° | 54.4° | 63.7° | 3.13" | — |
| October | 59.0° | 41.6° | 50.3° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 42.7° | 28.3° | 35.5° | 1.84" | — |
| December | 29.5° | 15.6° | 22.5° | 1.10" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gem Lake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| White Bear Lake city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Vadnais Heights city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Birchwood Village city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Maplewood city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Little Canada city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2712323318. • 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.