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Brooks, MN

Minnesota

Brooks is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 140. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
140 Population 122/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $29,694 per capita
$97,200 Home Value
$427 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $427/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $427
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$29,694
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$248M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$427
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.9%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Brooks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brooks receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 high obesity rates. Brooks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brooks is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brooks is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $427 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

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Brooks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brooks has a population of 140 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

140
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Brooks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brooks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brooks is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Brooks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,694
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$66,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$248M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brooks is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $427 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$427
63% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Brooks, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death7,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities5
Brooks has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates47.8165°N, 96.0035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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