Apartments for rent in Blaine, MN

A town located in Minnesota, Blaine has a population of approximately 62,000. The city's population, with an average age of just under 37, skews younger than most cities in Minnesota. Most residents own their homes in Blaine, and 14% of residents rent. With an average rent of $1,210 per month, exceeding the state average by $219 a month, relatively high rent costs may be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Compared to the national average (19%), Blaine has a relatively large number of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a Bachelor's or Associate's degree (25%). Additionally, 6% have a Master's or Doctoral degree. Many Blaine residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Together, these industries make up 26% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 9% of the city's population works in sales, which ranks as the top field in the city. With an average annual income of just over $91,000, Blaine workers bring in about $11,000 more than the average Minnesota resident. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

With an average commute time of about 29 minutes, slower than most cities in the state, Blaine residents know that getting to work takes some patience. Many residents (49%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transit is not used much. Few workers commute on foot.