Brainerd SnackAbility
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Crime in Brainerd summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Brainerd. Key points include:
There were 409 total crimes in Brainerd in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Brainerd is 2,788.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Brainerd is 572.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Brainerd is 2,216.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Brainerd is 31.59% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Brainerd Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Brainerd / 100k People |
Minnesota / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 409 | 2,788.8 | 1,862.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 84 | 572.8 | 256.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 13.6 | 48.9 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 61 | 415.9 | 168.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 325 | 2,216.0 | 1,606.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 52 | 354.6 | 184.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 253 | 1,725.1 | 1,208.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 20 | 136.4 | 213.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Brainerd summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Brainerd. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:
The cost of living in Brainerd is 93 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Brainerd is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Brainerd is $307,939.
The median income in Brainerd is $56,111.
Brainerd's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Brainerd Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Brainerd | Minnesota | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 101 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 71 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 98 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Brainerd, MN Weather
The average high in Brainerd is 52.2° and the average low is 30.6°.
There are 58.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 27.8 inches of precipitation each year with 46.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Brainerd |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 52.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 30.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 58.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 27.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 46.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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2 Reviews & Comments About Brainerd
I grew up here still live here I've watched this town hit the gutter from instaling the bypass off 371 into baxter. This is the land of come on vacation leave on probation. Where the m**h is as cheap as the mexican border and the violence is there. Theres been alot of murders and alot of s*x offenders. Great place to visit not a place to raise a family
M**h, s*x offenders and snitches
I grew up in Brainerd and have been amazed at the cultural community that has sprung up since I left home. I return every year and an amazed at all the big city perks in a small town. Of course, now that the money has gone to Bacter because of the highway 371 bypass it has hurt Brainerd economically. But the people are the tops and I am proud to be from Brainerd.
Since it is the tourist Mecca for up north, that is where people in the cities go to get away from the rat trap, crime, sirens constantly wailing etc for beauty and fun. There was plenty to do years ago when they didn't have all the perks. Swim in one of a thousand lakes in the Brainerd area
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Brainerd Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Brainerd
The current population in Brainerd is 14,468. The population has increased 5.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,468 | -0.0% |
| 2023 | 14,474 | 0.4% |
| 2022 | 14,412 | 2.6% |
| 2021 | 14,053 | 4.7% |
| 2020 | 13,423 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 13,373 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 13,389 | -0.0% |
| 2017 | 13,394 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 13,440 | -0.2% |
| 2015 | 13,462 | -0.4% |
| 2014 | 13,521 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 13,553 | -0.4% |
| 2012 | 13,609 | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 13,715 | -0.2% |
| 2010 | 13,741 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Brainerd
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Brainerd is:
91.5% White with 13,236 White residents.
0.8% African American with 113 African American residents.
1.4% American Indian with 198 American Indian residents.
0.1% Asian with 14 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 124 Other residents.
2.3% Two Or More with 337 Two Or More residents.
3.1% Hispanic with 446 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Brainerd | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.5% | 75.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.8% | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.3% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 3.1% | 6.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Brainerd
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Brainerd is 53.4% female with 7,731 female residents.
Brainerd is 46.6% male with 6,737 male residents.
| Gender | Brainerd | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Brainerd for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Brainerd completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Brainerd completed 9-12th grade.
35.0% of adults in Brainerd completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in Brainerd completed some college.
14.0% of adults in Brainerd completed associate's degree.
15.0% of adults in Brainerd completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in Brainerd completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Brainerd completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Brainerd completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Brainerd | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 35.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 14.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Brainerd, Minnesota
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3.8% of households in Brainerd earn Less than $10,000.
5.8% of households in Brainerd earn $10,000 to $14,999.
10.7% of households in Brainerd earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.5% of households in Brainerd earn $25,000 to $34,999.
16.5% of households in Brainerd earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.0% of households in Brainerd earn $50,000 to $74,999.
16.2% of households in Brainerd earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.3% of households in Brainerd earn $100,000 to $149,999.
3.6% of households in Brainerd earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.7% of households in Brainerd earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Brainerd | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.8% | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.7% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.5% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.5% | 9.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.0% | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16.2% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.3% | 19.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.6% | 11.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.7% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
