North Branch, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Chisago County County
North Branch, MN
At a Glance
How North Branch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Branch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Branch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Branch residents earn a median household income of $90,383 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,324. 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 1,401 business establishments, including 93 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Branch is $290,600 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $355,754. Median rent is $1,178/month, with 32.0% 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 1995.
Safety & Crime
North Branch reports 107 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 157/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in North Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Branch has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches.