Brownsdale, MN

Minnesota

Brownsdale is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 860. Residents earn $76,500 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
860 Population 2,098/sq mi density
$76,500 Median Income $32,233 per capita
$137,600 Home Value $201,890 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,500 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,600 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,500
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,600
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population860
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density2,098/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,500
Per Capita$32,233
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$2,995M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,600
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,890
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation1,291 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.6%
Libraries4

Is Brownsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Brownsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownsdale is $76,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownsdale is $137,600, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Brownsdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brownsdale has a population of 860 with a density of 2,098 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

860
Total Population
2,098
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brownsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownsdale is $76,500, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Brownsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,500
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$68,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)900
County GDP$2,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare109
Retail119
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownsdale is $137,600, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,890.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,600
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,890

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Brownsdale, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death6,955/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Brownsdale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,291 ft (393 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Coordinates43.7404°N, 92.8682°W
County FIPS27099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants69
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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