Brooklyn Center, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
32,811 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,009 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$261,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,235 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hennepin County
5
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
3
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hennepin County
6
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 15
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 2 2 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 8 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 26%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MN State Senate District 38, MN State House District 38B, MN
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Schools

Brooklyn Center Early College Acad
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Headway Academy North
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Garden City Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

North Hennepin Community College
4 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Hennepin Technical College
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

North Memorial Health
4 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Hennepin County Medical Center 1
7 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
49 miles, NW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
90 miles, S • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
91 miles, SE • 1 star
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