Beaver Creek, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Beaver Creek is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 248. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
248 Population 468/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $35,885 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
$913 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $913/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$35,885
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$992M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units116
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries1

Is Beaver Creek a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver Creek is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver Creek is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Beaver Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Beaver Creek has a population of 248 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

248
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaver Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver Creek is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Beaver Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,885
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver Creek is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Beaver Creek, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beaver Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29
Beaver Creek has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates43.6124°N, 96.3624°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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