Brookston, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Carlton County County
Brookston, MN
At a Glance
How Brookston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brookston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brookston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brookston residents earn a median household income of $45,833 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,406. The unemployment rate stands at 22.2% (517% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 816 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brookston is $120,800 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,898. Median rent is $625/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Education
10.3% of adults in Brookston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brookston has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.