Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
20%
Baxter, MN
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,271
Population
7,917
Renter Mix
33% Rent
A central Minnesota suburb with unparalleled aquatic surroundings
Suburban
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Rural
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Lake
Baxter is located just north of Minnesota’s geographic center, with the Mississippi River acting as its southern border. The area’s tranquil suburban atmosphere is accented by the seemingly endless selection of lakes and other bodies of water that punctuate the landscape. There are four lakes within Baxter’s boundaries, and plenty more that make up the Brainerd Lakes Area.
Enjoy a plethora of rental options in Baxter, all set amongst a vibrant natural landscape. There’s an even mix of national chains and local spots at the intersection of MN-371 and MN-210, and Three Bear Waterpark has become a popular place to beat the heat for kids and adults. With the great schools that serve the area and all the outdoor destinations that surround it, Baxter remains a fantastic setting for all renters.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$68,034
Average: $80,892
Education
2,001
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,015
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Baxter has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Baxter, MN is $1,299 for a studio, $1,271 for one bedroom, $1,317 for two bedrooms, and $1,566 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Baxter has increased by 4.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,271/month
709 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Baxter, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
501 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
501 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,790 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,790 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,790 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,790 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Crow Wing State Park
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.