Breezy Point, MN

Minnesota

Breezy Point is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,647. Residents earn $85,913 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,647 Population 226/sq mi density
$85,913 Median Income $40,285 per capita
$301,000 Home Value $388,072 Zillow
$1,117 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,913 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$301,000 home value, $1,117/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,913
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,000
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,647
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,913
Per Capita$40,285
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$4,044M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,000
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,072

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,221 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+96.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Breezy Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Breezy Point receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Breezy Point stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Breezy Point is $85,913, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Breezy Point is $301,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Breezy Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Breezy Point has a population of 2,647 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

2,647
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Breezy Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Breezy Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Breezy Point is $85,913, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Breezy Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,913
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$74,335

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,376
County GDP$4,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare256
Retail381
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Breezy Point is $301,000, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,072.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,000
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,072
Median List Price$327,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$327,400
$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% 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-Occupied95.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Breezy Point, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Breezy Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death7,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities256

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Breezy Point has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates46.6091°N, 94.2073°W
County FIPS27035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants219
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home18.0%

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