Median Income
$58,036
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Brandt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population100
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,036
Per Capita$24,726
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$553M
Commute45 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.1%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,844 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute45 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1
Is Brandt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brandt receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Brandt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brandt is $58,036, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Brandt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Brandt has a population of 100 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).
Population
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Brandt is $58,036, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,036 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,726 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,094 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 200 |
| County GDP | $553M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 45.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $720 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
In Brandt, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brandt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.1% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 22.4% |
| Asthma | 8.5% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 9.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 62.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,408/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Brandt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Brandt has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 60.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,844 ft (562 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6669°N, 96.6252°W |
| County FIPS | 46039 |