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Lake Bronson, MN

Minnesota

Lake Bronson is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 175. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 330/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $35,076 per capita
$42,900 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 15.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,900 home value, $647/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,900
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$35,076
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$223M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,900
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation957 ft (292 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute21 min
Broadband73.9%
Libraries1

Is Lake Bronson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Bronson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lake Bronson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Bronson is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Bronson is $42,900, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake Bronson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lake Bronson has a population of 175 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

175
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Bronson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Bronson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Bronson is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lake Bronson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,076
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$75,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Bronson is $42,900, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,900
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Effective Rate6.85%
In Lake Bronson, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Bronson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death8,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities9
Lake Bronson has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates48.7324°N, 96.6649°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 73.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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