Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
North Branch is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 11,182. Residents earn $90,383 per year, which is 20% above the national average.
Based on current data, North Branch receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. North Branch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in North Branch is $90,383, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in North Branch is $290,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,178 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
North Branch is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,699 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.
19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
North Branch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,383 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,324 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,112 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,076 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,401 |
| County GDP | $2,242M |
| Restaurants | 93 |
| Healthcare | 155 |
| Retail | 158 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,004 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
| Commute Time | 31.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
| Census Median | $290,600 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $347,473 |
| Median List Price | $344,950 |
| Median List Price | $344,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $205 |
| Homes Sold | 19 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.3% |
| Price Drops | 9.8% |
| Inventory | 51 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,178 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,004 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,872/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 155 |
| Total Violent | 79.4/100K |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 9.9/100K |
| Robbery | 9.9/100K |
| Assault | 59.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,699.5/100K |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 526.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,113.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 59.6/100K |
| Arson | 9.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 871 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 37.3 sq mi (96.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5109°N, 92.9443°W |
| County FIPS | 27025 |
Winner: Republican by 31.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.4% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.2% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Total Area | 37.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 155 |
| Restaurants | 93 |
| Retail Stores | 158 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 31.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |