Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Becker is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 4,958. Residents earn $90,188 per year, which is 20% above the national average.
Based on current data, Becker receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Becker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Becker is $90,188, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Becker is $257,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Becker 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 878 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Becker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,188 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,695 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,111 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,466 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,490 |
| County GDP | $4,897M |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Healthcare | 198 |
| Retail | 194 |
| Manufacturing | 161 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,425 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
| Census Median | $257,600 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $370,227 |
| Median List Price | $315,000 |
| Median List Price | $315,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $162 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.2% |
| Price Drops | 13.3% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $859 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $708 |
| 1 Bedroom | $783 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,027 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,341 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,474 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,425 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,934/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 198 |
| Total Violent | 128.5/100K |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 128.5/100K |
| Total Property | 878.3/100K |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 128.5/100K |
| Theft | 685.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 64.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 43.8°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.7 inches |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 83.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
| Elevation | 966 ft (294 m) |
| Area | 11.7 sq mi (30.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3865°N, 93.8873°W |
| County FIPS | 27141 |
Winner: Republican by 34.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.2% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.20 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 198 |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Retail Stores | 194 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |