Minnesota
Brownton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 530. Residents earn $77,159 per year, which is 3% above the national average.
Based on current data, Brownton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brownton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Brownton is $77,159, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Brownton is $148,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Brownton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 541 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Brownton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,159 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,481 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,945 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,049 |
| County GDP | $2,397M |
| Restaurants | 68 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 133 |
| Manufacturing | 69 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,970 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.67% |
| Commute Time | 34.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.4% |
| Census Median | $148,500 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $284,964 |
| Median List Price | $229,900 |
| Median List Price | $229,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $833 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,970 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.67% |
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,843/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 541.3/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 270.6/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 270.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.7 inches |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 50.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,028 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7325°N, 94.3509°W |
| County FIPS | 27085 |
Winner: Republican by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.3% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,325/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
| Restaurants | 68 |
| Retail Stores | 133 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 34.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.4% |