Baudette, MN

Minnesota

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.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
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
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
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
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,042
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,000
39% 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%

Economy

A
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,202

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Elevation1,090 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute11 min
Libraries1

Is Baudette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baudette receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Baudette stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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.

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. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

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. 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. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,117
Total Population
264
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Baudette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$242M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare10
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baudette is $171,000, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,202.

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Baudette, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death5,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Baudette has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,090 ft (332 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density264/sq mi
Coordinates48.7123°N, 94.5918°W
County FIPS27077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density264/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants40
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Work from Home5.0%

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