Brownton, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · McLeod County County
Brownton, MN
At a Glance
How Brownton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brownton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brownton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brownton residents earn a median household income of $77,159 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,481. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,049 business establishments, including 68 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brownton is $148,500 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $307,198. Median rent is $833/month, with 27.5% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Brownton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 565/100K.
Education
10.3% of adults in Brownton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brownton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.