Browerville, MN

Minnesota

Browerville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 922. Residents earn $46,100 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
922 Population 846/sq mi density
$46,100 Median Income $23,586 per capita
$129,600 Home Value $254,625 Zillow
$855 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$46,100 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,100
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,600
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population922
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density846/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,100
Per Capita$23,586
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$1,141M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,600
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,625
Rent Burden32.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,270 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+89.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries4

Is Browerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browerville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Browerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browerville is $46,100, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browerville is $129,600, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Browerville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Browerville has a population of 922 with a density of 846 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

922
Total Population
846
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Browerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Browerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browerville is $46,100, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Browerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,100
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,586
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$59,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)634
County GDP$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare56
Retail93
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,845
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Browerville is $129,600, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,625.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,625

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,845
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Browerville, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Browerville has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density846/sq mi
Coordinates46.0805°N, 94.8646°W
County FIPS27153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density846/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants52
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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