Brooten, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
582 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stearns County
2
St. Cloud Metro Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Stearns County
5
St. Cloud Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (57%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 2 8 28
Apr 2 3 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 9 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Sec
7 miles, SE · 4.6star
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Colleges

Ridgewater College
25 miles, S · 1.9star
Saint Johns University
35 miles, E · 4.1star
University of Minnesota-Morris
38 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Hospitals

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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
51 miles, E · 1star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
78 miles, NE · 1star
Hector International Airport
127 miles, N · 1.4star
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