Biwabik, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Biwabik is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 882. Residents earn $69,620 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
882 Population 101/sq mi density
$69,620 Median Income $36,807 per capita
$109,500 Home Value $115,037 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,620 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,500 home value, $725/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,620
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,500
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population882
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,620
Per Capita$36,807
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,037
Rent Burden14.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation1,507 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+97.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute20 min
Libraries17

Is Biwabik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biwabik receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Biwabik stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biwabik is $69,620, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biwabik is $109,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Biwabik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Biwabik has a population of 882 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

882
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
8.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Biwabik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Biwabik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biwabik is $69,620, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Biwabik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,620
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,807
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Biwabik is $109,500, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,037.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,500
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,037

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate4.86%
In Biwabik, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Biwabik has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,507 ft (459 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.7 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates47.5403°N, 92.3422°W
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area8.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

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