Investor-grade market analytics for Brainerd, Minnesota. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$367,265
+3.6% year-over-year
4.1%
gross annual
+3.5%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.5% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 25% nationally
In-migrants avg $99,008 AGI vs out-migrants $64,501
Opportunity Zone Market
6 ZIP codes in Brainerd are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Brainerd, MN shows steady growth at 3.6% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability is moderately stretched with a price-to-income ratio of 5.3x, above the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+147 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 4.14% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Brainerd, MN's primary climate exposure is wind storms (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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