Median Income
$72,009
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$261,100
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
324/100K
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,345
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
35% lower than US avg
How Brooklyn Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population32,811
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density4,101/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,009
Per Capita$29,996
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$193,617M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$261,100
Rent$1,345
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,538
Crime
F
Violent324/100K
Property3,937/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault146/100K
Burglary506/100K
Health
Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation860 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+88.7%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries41
Is Brooklyn Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brooklyn Center receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Brooklyn Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brooklyn Center is $72,009, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brooklyn Center is $261,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,345 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Brooklyn Center is below the national average at 324 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,937 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.
Education
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Brooklyn Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Brooklyn Center has a population of 32,811 with a density of 4,101 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (34%), with 33.3% White, 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Brooklyn Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 71.1% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Spanish | 28.9% |
| 116% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Brooklyn Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Brooklyn Center is $72,009, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Brooklyn Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,009 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,996 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,734 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $115,538 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 44,785 |
| County GDP | $193,617M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,018 |
| Healthcare | 5,330 |
| Retail | 3,721 |
| Manufacturing | 1,443 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,736 |
| 121% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 12.3% |
The median home value in Brooklyn Center is $261,100, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,345 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,538.
Home Values
| Census Median | $261,100 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $293,538 |
| Median List Price | $299,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $299,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $166 |
| Homes Sold | 13 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.6% |
| Price Drops | 29.0% |
| Inventory | 38 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,345 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,534 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,736 |
| 121% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.96% |
In Brooklyn Center, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brooklyn Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,600/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,330 |
Brooklyn Center has a violent crime rate of 324 per 100,000 residents, 15% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,937 per 100,000 (101% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Brooklyn Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 324.1/100K |
| 15% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 32.4/100K |
| Robbery | 145.8/100K |
| Assault | 145.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,937.4/100K |
| 101% above US avg |
| Burglary | 505.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,192.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 239.8/100K |
| Arson | 3.2/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 60 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Brooklyn Center has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.7 inches |
| 19% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0680°N, 93.3178°W |
| County FIPS | 27053 |