Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
15%
North Branch
North Branch, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,101
Population
11,997
Renter Mix
16% Rent
Quiet life in the Minnesota countryside.
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Sitting at the crossroads of Interstate 35 and Highway 95, North Branch is where Minnesota's small-town character meets easy access to the Twin Cities metro, just an hour south. Downtown revolves around Main Street and 7th Avenue, where locally owned shops and neighborhood grills give the area a genuine, unhurried feel. Residents can spend weekends at the North Branch Golf Course, explore the city's several public parks, or head just outside town to follow forested trails along the banks of the Saint Croix River.
The rental landscape here leans toward practical and spacious, with apartment communities, townhomes, and multi-bedroom units that offer more room than you'd typically find closer to the metro. Whether you're searching for a cozy studio or a three-bedroom home, North Branch delivers solid options without the density of a larger city. Named for the north branch of the Sunrise River, which winds through the area, the city incorporated in 1881 and carries a long history as a gathering point for Chisago County. For renters who want breathing room, outdoor access, and a real sense of community, North Branch makes a compelling case.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$95,890
Average: $104,300
Education
1,793
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,213
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
North Branch has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
16%
Non-Renters
84%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in North Branch, MN is $1,095 for a studio, $1,101 for one bedroom, $1,407 for two bedrooms, and $1,519 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in North Branch has increased by 3.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,101/month
564 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly North Branch, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
875 Students
North Branch ISD 0138 Se Summer School
Public
Grades PK-12
Public
Grades 6-8
609 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
29 Students
North Branch ISD 0138 Se Summer School
Public
Grades PK-12
Public
Grades 9-12
781 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
29 Students
North Branch ISD 0138 Se Summer School
Public
Grades PK-12
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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.