Babbitt, MN

Minnesota

Babbitt is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,420. Residents earn $54,318 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,420 Population 13/sq mi density
$54,318 Median Income $33,127 per capita
$96,000 Home Value $137,813 Zillow
$726 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
129 Violent Crime/100K 1,420 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,318 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,000 home value, $726/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
129 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,318
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 129/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $726
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

How Babbitt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,420
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,318
Per Capita$33,127
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$565M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,000
Rent$726
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,813

Crime

F
Violent129/100K
Property1,420/100K
Murder64.6/100K
Assault65/100K
Burglary194/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation1,606 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+90.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Babbitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Babbitt receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Babbitt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Babbitt is $54,318, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Babbitt is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $726 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Babbitt is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,420 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Babbitt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches, including 83.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Babbitt has a population of 1,420 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,420
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
106.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Babbitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Babbitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Babbitt is $54,318, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Babbitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,318
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,127
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$69,182

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)378
County GDP$565M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare32
Retail53
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,145
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Babbitt is $96,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $726 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,813.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,813

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$726
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,145
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Babbitt, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Babbitt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death4,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.3%
Healthcare Facilities32
Babbitt has a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,420 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 64.6 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Babbitt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent129.1/100K
66% below US avg
Murder64.6/100K
925% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault64.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,420.3/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary193.7/100K
Theft1,097.5/100K
Vehicle Theft129.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Babbitt has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall83.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,606 ft (490 m)
Area106.0 sq mi (274.4 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates47.6431°N, 91.9283°W
County FIPS27075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area106.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants71
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home10.6%

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