Baudette, MN

Minnesota · Lake of the Woods County

Baudette is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,117. Residents earn $71,042 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

1,117 Population 264/sq mi density

$71,042 Median Income $41,078 per capita

$171,000 Home Value $209,202 Zillow

$849 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent

40°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$71,042 median income, 0.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$171,000 home value, $849/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

34.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $71,042

5% lower than US avg

Home Value $171,000

39% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.9%

4% higher than US avg

Median Rent $849

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,117

Median Age39.5 yrs

Density264/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans10.6%

Economy

Median Income$71,042

Per Capita$41,078

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$242M

Commute11 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$171,000

Rent$849

Ownership67.0%

Zillow$209,202

Housing Units608

Rent Burden31.7%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property2,417/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking14.8%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain25.1 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation1,090 ft (332 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.9%

High School+96.4%

Graduate+11.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute11 min

Broadband84.8%

Libraries1

Is Baudette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baudette receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Baudette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baudette is $71,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baudette is $171,000, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Baudette is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,417 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Baudette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Baudette has a population of 1,117 with a density of 264 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 4.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,117

Total Population

264

People / sq mi

39.5yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

4.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Baudette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.7%

87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baudette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baudette is $71,042, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,078. The average weekly wage is $1,043, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 185 business establishments, including 40 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Baudette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,042
	5% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,078
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,043
IRS Avg AGI	$63,277
Gini Index	0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	185
County GDP	$242M

Business (County)

Restaurants	40
Healthcare	10
Retail	19
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,380
	32% below US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.6 min
Drive Alone	72.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baudette is $171,000, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,202, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 608 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,380 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$171,000
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$209,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$849
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.0%
Owner-Occupied	67.0%
Renter-Occupied	33.0%
Housing Units	608
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,380
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.39%

In Baudette, 35.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 27.6% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.8% report binge drinking. 22.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,823. The dentist ratio is 1:3,871. 66.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.8%
Physical Inactivity	22.3%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	11.1%
Short Sleep	31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.1%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,823
Dentists	1:3,871
Mental Health	1:3,778
Checkup Rate	72.3%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	5,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	66.6%
Healthcare Facilities	10

Baudette has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,417 per 100,000, 23% above the U.S. average. Overall, Baudette receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,417.1/100K
	23% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	45
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Baudette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,090 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	40.0°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	6°F (-15°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,090 ft (332 m)
Area	4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density	264/sq mi
Coordinates	48.7123°N, 94.5918°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Lake of the Woods County County
Nearest Airport	Baudette International (BDE) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"

34% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	3.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	98.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

69 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 6 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 5, 2006	EF3	58 km	0
Jul 13, 1983	EF2	52 km	0
Sep 1, 1973	EF2	84 km	0
Jun 25, 1963	EF2	2 km	0
Jul 26, 2021	EF1	98 km	0
Jul 26, 2021	EF1	94 km	0
Aug 9, 2020	EF1	69 km	0
Jun 8, 2020	EF1	52 km	0
Jul 17, 2019	EF1	32 km	0
Aug 26, 2018	EF1	66 km	0
Jul 11, 2018	EF1	81 km	0
Jul 11, 2018	EF1	76 km	0
Jul 21, 2017	EF1	86 km	0
Jun 19, 2016	EF1	31 km	0
Jun 17, 2010	EF1	81 km	0
Jun 24, 2007	EF1	75 km	0
Aug 5, 2006	EF1	69 km	0
Aug 5, 2006	EF1	72 km	0
Jun 23, 2005	EF1	61 km	0
Aug 25, 2003	EF1	87 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (131,401 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	131,401	94 km
2003	REINER 36	67,641	98 km
1989	UNNAMED	66,422	96 km
1990	UNNAMED	43,533	88 km
1998	RL3	14,882	90 km
2018	2018 HIGHWAY 1 RXB	13,170	89 km
1987	UNNAMED	9,281	78 km
1990	UNNAMED	8,025	88 km
2016	2016 HIGHWAY 1 RXB	7,744	91 km
1988	UNNAMED	7,578	71 km
2007	HWYONEBURN	6,124	89 km
1990	UNNAMED	5,817	93 km
2012	HWY 1 2012	5,491	88 km
2007	ADAMS-REINER FIRE	4,965	94 km
2007	RED LAKE 05	4,737	87 km
1991	UNNAMED	4,625	87 km
2015	PALSBURG FIRE	4,446	62 km
2002	RX 677	3,876	90 km
2007	CARROLL-HAMRE FIRE	3,646	83 km
2007	RL001	3,606	99 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	6°F (-15°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	9°F (-13°C)	0.4 in	Driest
March	22°F (-6°C)	0.7 in
April	39°F (4°C)	1.2 in
May	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
June	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
July	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	64°F (18°C)	3.2 in
September	54°F (12°C)	2.8 in
October	42°F (6°C)	2.1 in
November	25°F (-4°C)	1.1 in
December	8°F (-13°C)	0.6 in

Baudette has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 6°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.4").

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Baudette is located in Lake of the Woods County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 34.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.9% of the vote, a 47.1-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet access. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 10 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%

D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	45
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.9%
	4% above US avg
High School+	96.4%
Graduate Degree+	11.0%
School Test Score	5.34

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density	264/sq mi
Total Area	4.7 sq mi
County	Lake of the Woods County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.8%
Avg Download Speed	29.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	12.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	10
Restaurants	40
Retail Stores	19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.6 min
Drive Alone	72.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.0%

Average costs for common services in Baudette. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$247 ($148-$394)
Specialist Visit	$345 ($197-$542)
Urgent Care Visit	$197 ($99-$345)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,169 ($789-$4,930)
Dental Cleaning	$128 ($74-$197)
Dental Filling	$247 ($148-$394)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25-$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49-$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$296 ($148-$493)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20-$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$592 ($394-$986)
Battery Replacement	$197 ($99-$345)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$99 ($59-$148)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$89 ($49-$138)
HVAC Repair	$394 ($148-$789)
HVAC System Install	$6,902 ($3,944-$11,832)
Roof Repair	$986 ($394-$1,972)
Roof Replacement	$8,874 ($5,423-$14,790)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,479 ($493-$3,451)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,790 ($4,930-$29,580)
DUI Defense	$4,930 ($1,972-$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,479 ($789-$2,958)
Will Preparation	$493 ($197-$986)
Trust Preparation	$2,465 ($986-$4,930)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15-$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($30-$99)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$148 ($74-$247)
Manicure	$25 ($15-$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25-$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$79 ($49-$128)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.04 ($2.96-$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.45 ($2.47-$4.93)
Loaf of Bread	$3.75 ($2.47-$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.44 ($2.96-$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.42 ($3.94-$7.40)
Rice (per lb)	$0.99 ($0.59-$1.77)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$138 ($79-$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($30-$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39-$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39-$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($30-$99)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$84 ($49-$148)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$197 ($74-$493)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,972 ($1,183-$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($30-$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.89-$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$99 ($30-$247)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15-$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,183 ($592-$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$986 ($493-$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$394 ($197-$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25-$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$986 ($394-$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,325 ($4,930-$29,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($30-$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$99 ($49-$197)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($30-$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20-$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$296 ($148-$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$197 ($99-$394)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,104
Toddler	$986
Preschool	$925
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$815
Toddler	$707
Preschool	$707

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lake of the Woods County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	417	41	$27,541	2.91
Retail Trade	187	20	$31,280	1.19
Health Care & Social Assistance	144	26	$63,860	0.64
Arts & Entertainment	61	12	$25,178	2.30
Other Services	53	12	$15,411	1.12
Wholesale Trade	26	3	$72,079	0.42
Information & Technology	10	3	$26,789	0.34

Hospitals in Baudette

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
LAKEWOOD HEALTH CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	-	Yes	(218) 634-2120

Schools in Baudette

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
LAKE OF THE WOODS ELEMENTARY	Elementary	255	17	15.0:1
LAKE OF THE WOODS SECONDARY	High	191	9	21.2:1
INDUS SECONDARY	High	50	7	7.1:1
INDUS ELEMENTARY	Elementary	47	6	7.8:1

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Radio Stations near Baudette

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Baudette

1 campgrounds found near Baudette.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Harris Hill Resort - Lake of the Woods	-	-	Free

National Parks Near Baudette

8 national parks and monuments found near Baudette.

Park	Type	Fee
Birch Point Provincial Park		Free
Caliper Lake Provincial Park		Free
Franz Jevne State Park	State Park	Free
Hayes Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Moose Lake Provincial Park		Free
Rushing River Provincial Park		Free
Sioux Narrows Provincial Park		Free
Zippel Bay State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends - Baudette

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,059	$39,680
2015	1,043	$34,130
2017	1,000	$30,764
2019	1,019	$30,132
2021	978	$43,750
2023	941	$71,042

Museums in Baudette

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WOODS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY COUNTY COURTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$137,073
DEPOT PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORY MUSEUM		2182020303	$38,931

Libraries in Baudette

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
BAUDETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY	110 1ST AVENUE SW	0.0	14,664

Farmers Markets in Baudette

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Fresh Start Farmers Market	804 Main Street West	06/14/2014 to 09/20/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Hotels in Baudette

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn by Wyndham Baudette

Restaurants in Baudette

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alices Family Restaurant

Godfather's Pizza

Miles Lab Bar & Grill

Northlake Cafe

Rosalie's Restaurant and Lounge

Cafes in Baudette

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caribou Coffee

New Moon Coffeehouse and Eatery

Cinemas in Baudette

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grand Theatre

Gas Stations in Baudette

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Circle K

Shell

Banks in Baudette

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boarder State Bank

RiverWood Bank

Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Baudette

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oak Harbor Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Baudette

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
LAKEWOOD CARE CENTER 600 MAIN AVENUE SOUTH	Non profit - Corporation	36	31	2/5	-	4/5	1/5	2186343488

Pharmacies in Baudette

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
NOBLE DRUG	111 NORTH MAIN AVENUE	218-634-1236

Cell Towers in Baudette

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1773 28th Ave NW (107922)	GTOWER	149
1773 28th Ave NW (107922)	GTOWER	149
4TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST AND 3 ROAD STREET SOUTHEAST (107923)	MTOWER	38
4TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST AND 3 ROAD STREET SOUTHEAST (107923)	MTOWER	38

Fire Stations in Baudette

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Baudette Volunteer Fire Department	110 SW First AVE	Volunteer			218-634-1513

Bridges in Baudette

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	454	4,450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	22	2,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	97	1,794	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2020	1,348	1,400	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2001	118	1,350	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2001	118	1,350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	159	1,350	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1957	57	857	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1964	180	857	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	186	820	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	22	680	F
Culvert	Concrete	2006	24	548	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2010	248	548	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	92	369	G
Culvert	Concrete	1991	26	280	G
Culvert	Concrete	1995	30	280	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	76	177	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	161	125	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	111	125	F
Culvert	Concrete	1988	30	113	G
Culvert	Concrete	1994	31	113	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	192	76	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	166	76	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	112	75	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	75	67	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	167	61	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1994	121	58	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1992	81	55	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2012	150	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	2006	32	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	2006	28	49	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2023	54	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	2000	27	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	2000	31	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	23	45	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1986	102	40	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1986	76	30	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1953	37	20	P
Slab	Wood or Timber	1954	32	20	P
Slab	Wood or Timber	2007	95	17	G
Culvert	Concrete	1999	32	15	G
Culvert	Concrete	1996	31	15	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	87	12	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2005	97	10	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2007	102	8	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1986	32	8	F
Culvert	Concrete	2003	34	8	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2011	75	6	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	30	5	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2007	67	5	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	71	5	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1987	32	2	G

Correctional Facilities in Baudette

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY JAIL	206 8TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	COUNTY	7	10	OPEN

Airports Near Baudette

8 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Baudette International Airport	BDE	Medium Airport
Cox-Coyour Memorial Field	-	Small Airport
Erickson Airport	-	Small Airport
Helblad Airport	-	Small Airport
Nestor Falls Airport	-	Small Airport
Northwest Angle Airport	-	Small Airport
Sioux Narrows Airport	-	Small Airport
Waskish Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Baudette

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Baudette Police Department
Ontario Provincial Police

Grocery Stores in Baudette

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 16529	Other	703 Main St W
HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE 2746212	Convenience Store	109 W Main St
Hugo's Lake of the Woods Foods 15	Super Store	108 N Main Ave

Post Offices in Baudette

7 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Baudette Post Office
Pinewood Canada Post	66 Donald Street
Pitt Post Office
Rainy River Canada Post	218 4th Street
Sioux Narrows Canada Post	5713 Highway 71
Sleeman Canada Post	603 3 Avenue
Stratton Canada Post	154 Highway 617

DOL Wage Violations in Baudette

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $19,659 in back wages owed to 13 employees.

Violations

$19,659

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Lake of the Woods Family of Resorts	-	-	56623	-	1	$19,080	$1,590	12
Walleye Inn Motel	-	-	56623	-	1	$579	$579	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Baudette

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 694
BORDER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	907 COUNTY ROAD 4
EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH- BAUDETTE MN	PO BOX 1085
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OF BAUDETTE	PO BOX 248

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Frequently Asked Questions About Baudette

What is the population of Baudette?

Baudette has a population of 1,117 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.8% male.

Is Baudette expensive to live in?

Baudette has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $71,042, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,000 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Baudette safe?

Baudette is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,417 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Baudette receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Baudette?

Baudette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Baudette?

The job market in Baudette is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,043. There are 185 business establishments in the area, including 40 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Baudette?

The median home value in Baudette is $171,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,202. For renters, the median monthly rent is $849. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,380.

How are the schools in Baudette?

Schools in Baudette score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.9% of adults in Baudette hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Baudette?

The obesity rate in Baudette is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 22.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 66.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,823.

What is transportation like in Baudette?

The average commute in Baudette is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Baudette?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Baudette is 87.6% White, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

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