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Brook Park, MN

Minnesota

Brook Park is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 123. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
123 Population 124/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $26,984 per capita
$101,400 Home Value $218,681 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,400 home value, $1,125/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.1%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$26,984
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$549M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,400
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,681
Housing Units54
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking20.4%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.1%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute41 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries1

Is Brook Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brook Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Brook Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brook Park is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brook Park is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Brook Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brook Park has a population of 123 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 9.8% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

123
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brook Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brook Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brook Park is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Brook Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,984
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$65,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare42
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Brook Park is $101,400, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,681

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.1%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Brook Park, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 29.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brook Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death7,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities42
Brook Park has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall52.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates45.9484°N, 93.0728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.1%
97% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants27
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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