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Bruno, MN

Minnesota

Bruno is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 46. Residents earn $30,000 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
46 Population 46/sq mi density
$30,000 Median Income $19,000 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $214,747 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,000
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.2%
232% higher than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,000
Per Capita$19,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty41.2%
County GDP$995M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,747
Housing Units22
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.6%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute33 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries3

Is Bruno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruno receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bruno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruno is $30,000, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruno is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 64.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bruno has a population of 46 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

46
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruno is $30,000, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Bruno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,000
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,000
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$61,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.2%
232% above US avg
Establishments (County)733
County GDP$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare79
Retail94
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,634
4% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruno is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,747.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,747

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units22
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,634
4% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Bruno, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate51.1%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,860
Dentists1:2,677
Mental Health1:444
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities79
Bruno has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average10°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall64.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates46.2810°N, 92.6681°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants76
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

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