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Baker, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Baker is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 50. Residents earn $98,750 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
50 Population 50/sq mi density
$98,750 Median Income $46,354 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,750
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,750
Per Capita$46,354
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21
Rent Burden32.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation937 ft (286 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute29 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries3

Is Baker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baker receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Baker stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baker is $98,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Baker among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baker is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Baker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Baker has a population of 50 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

50
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Baker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baker is $98,750, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Baker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,750
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,354
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Baker is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
Baker has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation937 ft (286 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates46.7105°N, 96.5579°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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