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Belgrade, MN


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Belgrade, Minnesota

Belgrade, Minnesota, in Stearns county, is 41 miles W of St. Cloud, Minnesota (center to center) and 90 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Part of the surrounding Saint Cloud metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Belgrade is home to some 750 residents.

The People and Families of Belgrade

In Belgrade, about 50% of adults are married. People in Belgrade have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Belgrade.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Belgrade had a median family income of $32,500.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,250) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Belgrade. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Belgrade Housing

According to the 2000 census, 74% of the housing in Belgrade was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Belgrade.

Commuting

In Belgrade, 77% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Belgrade let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Belgrade strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyBelgrade Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyBelgrade Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Belgrade Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Belgrade, MN

Comparing Belgrade to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population109
Female Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Men31
Racial Diversity22
Male Share of the Population22
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married33
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults65
People Above Poverty42
People in Middle Class or Better31
Median Family Income21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times109
Working at Home76
Public Transportation Use54

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Affordability of Property Taxes57
Seasonal and Vacation Housing56
Housing Recently Built44
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