Blaine

Blaine, Minnesota Overview

Blaine scores 62.0/100 overall (A), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Minnesota — below the state composite of 76.7. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 89/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 31/100.

Income & Employment in Blaine

The median household income in Blaine is $100,172, 17% above the statewide median of $85,551. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 3.4%. Population grew 1.7% recently.

Safety in Blaine

Blaine’s violent crime rate of 85.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Minnesota rate of 256 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1724.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Blaine

Blaine has a cost of living index of 104.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $327,500. Median monthly rent is $1,707. Renters spend 20.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Blaine

The adult obesity rate in Blaine is 35.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.3%. Residents report an average of 15.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Minnesota ranks #6 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Blaine

Blaine has a high school graduation rate of 85.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,398. The city has 10 public schools serving 10,291 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Blaine

Winters in Blaine are cold, averaging 24.5°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 24.5°F. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. 17.2% of workers in Blaine work from home, well above the national average.

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