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Crime in Albert Lea summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Albert Lea. Key points include:
There were 423 total crimes in Albert Lea in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Albert Lea is 2,305.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Albert Lea is 245.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Albert Lea is 2,060.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Albert Lea is 8.79% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Albert Lea Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw | Albert Lea / 100k People | Minnesota / 100k People | National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 423 | 2,305.6 | 1,862.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 45 | 245.3 | 256.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 5.5 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 8 | 43.6 | 48.9 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 34 | 185.3 | 168.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 378 | 2,060.3 | 1,606.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 64 | 348.8 | 184.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 291 | 1,586.1 | 1,208.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 23 | 125.4 | 213.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Albert Lea summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Albert Lea. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:
The cost of living in Albert Lea is 89 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Albert Lea is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Albert Lea is $175,273.
The median income in Albert Lea is $64,603.
Albert Lea's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Albert Lea Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Albert Lea | Minnesota | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 89 | 101 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 63 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 95 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 108 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Albert Lea, MN Weather
The average high in Albert Lea is 54.8° and the average low is 35.5°.
There are 63.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.0 inches of precipitation each year with 37.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Albert Lea |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 54.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 35.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 63.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 37.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Albert Lea Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Albert Lea
The current population in Albert Lea is 18,330. The population has increased 1.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,330 | -0.3% |
| 2023 | 18,379 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 18,434 | 0.0% |
| 2021 | 18,433 | 3.5% |
| 2020 | 17,804 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 17,773 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 17,687 | -0.2% |
| 2017 | 17,716 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 17,775 | -0.4% |
| 2015 | 17,843 | -0.5% |
| 2014 | 17,931 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 17,972 | 0.0% |
| 2012 | 17,969 | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 18,046 | -0.2% |
| 2010 | 18,088 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Albert Lea
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Albert Lea is:
76.1% White with 13,940 White residents.
2.3% African American with 427 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 13 American Indian residents.
4.9% Asian with 891 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 38 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 11 Other residents.
1.7% Two Or More with 316 Two Or More residents.
14.7% Hispanic with 2,694 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Albert Lea | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 76.1% | 75.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.3% | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.9% | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.7% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.7% | 6.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Albert Lea
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Albert Lea is 49.7% female with 9,116 female residents.
Albert Lea is 50.3% male with 9,214 male residents.
| Gender | Albert Lea | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Albert Lea for adults over 25
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5.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed some college.
15.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed associate's degree.
11.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Albert Lea completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Albert Lea | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 15.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Albert Lea, Minnesota
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5.6% of households in Albert Lea earn Less than $10,000.
3.5% of households in Albert Lea earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.2% of households in Albert Lea earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.7% of households in Albert Lea earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.3% of households in Albert Lea earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.4% of households in Albert Lea earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.6% of households in Albert Lea earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.3% of households in Albert Lea earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.6% of households in Albert Lea earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.0% of households in Albert Lea earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Albert Lea | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.6% | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.5% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.2% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.7% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.3% | 9.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.4% | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.6% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.3% | 19.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.6% | 11.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.0% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
