Brainerd

MN

Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Population 68K |Median income $72,589 |3 hospitals

Population
67,686
Crow Wing County
Median Income
$72,589
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$306,800
+35% vs avg
Median Age
45.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
68K+8%
Median Income
$72,589+54%
Median Home Value
$306,800+70%
Poverty Rate
9.9%-23%
Unemployment
5.5%-34%

Economics

Median Rent
$971/mo
Poverty Rate
9.9% -30% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.3%
Work From Home 13.2%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 93.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%
African American 0.5%
Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.5%
High Blood Pressure
36.3%
Short Sleep Duration
28.7%
Physical Inactivity
24.6%
Binge Drinking
17.6%
Current Smoking
14.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.5%
Diabetes
11.8%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.6%
Dental Visit 67%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
7%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
ESSENTIA HEALTH ST JOSEPH'S MEDICAL CENTER
BRAINERD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Brainerd Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Brainerd, MN? ▼
Brainerd, MN has a population of 67,686 people, located in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Brainerd? ▼
The median household income in Brainerd, MN is $72,589 per year. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
What is the median home value in Brainerd? ▼
The median home value in Brainerd, MN is $306,800. Median rent is $971/month.
What are the top health concerns in Brainerd? ▼
The top health indicators in Brainerd include Obesity (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (36.3%), Short Sleep Duration (28.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Brainerd? ▼
Brainerd has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Brainerd? ▼
The median age in Brainerd, MN is 45.7 years. 29.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brainerd, MN is located in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. With a population of 68K and a median household income of $72,589, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brainerd area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Crow Wing County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.