Lake Benton city, Minnesota
Lake Benton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Lake Benton city is a geographic entity located in Lincoln County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 677. The land area covers 3.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 677 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 372 | ±48 | 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 | 432 | ±51 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 372 | ±48 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 60 | ±30 |
| Median Home Value | $99,800 | ±$26,203 |
| Median Gross Rent | $513 | ±$124 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,250 | ±$17,805 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,794 | ±$4,226 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 168 | ±60 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 385 | ±71 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±4.6% |
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: 678 (2024)
ID: 138614
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
PO BOX 206, LAKE BENTON MN 56149-0206
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GUS Population: 5,564 (2024)
ID: 167365
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 29, IVANHOE MN 56142-0029
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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 | Elkton, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elkton, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Elkton, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Flandreau, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Flandreau, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | LAKE BENTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LAKE BENTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LAKE BENTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | IVANHOE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Elkton, SD |
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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South Dakota State University
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College | 24.2 mi away | 1004 Campanile Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007-1898 |
8009523541
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LAKE BENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 110 EAST BENTON ST, LAKE BENTON, MN, 56149 |
(507) 368-4641
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Institute of Lutheran Theology
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College | 24.5 mi away | 910 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006 |
6056929337
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TYLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 230 TYLER STREET N, TYLER, MN, 56178 |
(507) 247-5556
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ELKTON SCHOOL/COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 508 BUFFALO ST, ELKTON, SD, 57026 |
(605) 542-4591
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IVANHOE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 401 N HAROLD, IVANHOE, MN, 56142 |
(507) 694-1555
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HENDRICKS: SIVERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 100 W GARFIELD STREET, HENDRICKS, MN, 56136 |
(507) 275-3979
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PIPESTONE: MEINDERS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 220 3RD AVE SE, PIPESTONE, MN, 56164 |
(507) 825-6714
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MOODY COUNTY RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 610 WEST COMMUNITY DRIVE, FLANDREAU, SD, 57028 |
(605) 997-3326
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BALATON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 134 3RD STREET, BALATON, MN, 56115 |
(507) 734-2034
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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 PIPESTONE, MN US, located 17.2 miles from Lake Benton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.4° | 4.8° | 13.6° | 0.67" | 6.0" |
| February | 27.2° | 8.8° | 18.0° | 0.73" | 8.8" |
| March | 39.9° | 21.3° | 30.6° | 1.47" | 5.7" |
| April | 55.0° | 33.7° | 44.4° | 2.99" | 4.0" |
| May | 68.0° | 46.6° | 57.3° | 3.97" | 0.1" |
| June | 78.1° | 57.6° | 67.8° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.4° | 61.2° | 71.8° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 58.8° | 69.5° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.2° | 49.8° | 61.5° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.7° | 35.9° | 47.3° | 2.35" | 1.0" |
| November | 41.6° | 22.6° | 32.1° | 1.10" | 5.5" |
| December | 27.9° | 11.0° | 19.4° | 0.85" | 8.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Benton city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Tyler city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Elkton city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Arco city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Ward town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Ruthton city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2708134100. • 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.