Moose Lake city, Minnesota
Moose Lake city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Moose Lake city is a geographic entity located in Carlton County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,948. The land area covers 3.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,948 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 400 | ±69 | 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 | 448 | ±72 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 400 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 48 | ±30 |
| Median Home Value | $205,000 | ±$38,477 |
| Median Gross Rent | $907 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,286 | ±$16,747 |
| Per Capita Income | $15,113 | ±$2,696 |
| Poverty Rate | 51.2% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 789 | ±103 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.1% | ±15.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 416 | ±102 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.5% | ±20.3% |
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: 3,003 (2024)
ID: 167415
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 870, MOOSE LAKE MN 55767-0870
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GUS Population: 36,745 (2024)
ID: 190529
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 130, 301 WALNUT AVE, CARLTON MN 55718-0130
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BARNUM, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BARNUM, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MOOSE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MOOSE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MOOSE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | WILLOW RIVER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | WILLOW RIVER, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ESSENTIA HEALTH MOOSE LAKE
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Hospital | City address association | 4572 COUNTY ROAD 61, MOOSE LAKE, MN, 55767 |
(218) 786-1367
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Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
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College | 22.2 mi away | 2101 14th St, Cloquet, MN, 55720-2342 |
2188790800
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MOOSE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 313 ELM AVENUE, MOOSE LAKE, MN, 55767 |
(218) 485-4424
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CARLTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 310 CHESTNUT AVE, CARLTON, MN, 55718 |
(218) 384-3322
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SANDSTONE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 106 MAIN STREET, SANDSTONE, MN, 55072 |
(320) 245-2270
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CLOQUET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 320 14TH ST, CLOQUET, MN, 55720 |
(218) 879-1531
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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 MOOSE LAKE 1 SSE, MN US, located 0.9 miles from Moose 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 | 19.8° | 0.7° | 10.3° | 0.79" | — |
| February | 25.3° | 4.3° | 14.8° | 0.92" | — |
| March | 37.7° | 17.4° | 27.5° | 1.39" | — |
| April | 52.1° | 29.9° | 41.0° | 2.57" | — |
| May | 65.7° | 41.0° | 53.3° | 3.42" | — |
| June | 75.1° | 50.7° | 62.9° | 4.75" | — |
| July | 80.2° | 57.3° | 68.8° | 4.80" | — |
| August | 78.0° | 56.2° | 67.1° | 3.73" | — |
| September | 68.9° | 48.2° | 58.6° | 3.18" | — |
| October | 54.1° | 35.8° | 45.0° | 3.10" | — |
| November | 38.0° | 22.8° | 30.4° | 1.68" | — |
| December | 24.7° | 8.9° | 16.8° | 1.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Lake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sturgeon Lake city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Barnum city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Kettle River city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Mahtowa CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Willow River city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2701743954. • 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.