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Lester Prairie, MN

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Population
1,881
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
981 ft
Median Home Value
$237,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$688/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$96,544
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Lester Prairie

Lester Prairie is a quiet town of around 1,900 residents along the South Fork Crow River in eastern McLeod County. Sitting just south of Highway 7, it offers a straightforward commute to Hutchinson to the west and the Twin Cities metro to the east. Life here revolves heavily around the local school district, where preschool through twelfth grade are all under one roof. Having every grade on a single campus makes family logistics simple and turns school sports, plays, and concerts into major community gathering points.

Lester Prairie city hall

The town is also a key stop on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail, which passes right through the center of the community. This paved trail stretches for miles across McLeod and Carver counties, making it popular for morning jogs, casual bike rides, and walks along the old railroad corridor. With its calm neighborhoods, strong school pride, and relaxed pace, Lester Prairie is an appealing choice for anyone looking for classic small-town living.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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