Brainerd city, Minnesota
Official LSAD Designation: Brainerd city • Census GEOID: 2707300
• Crow Wing County
Brainerd city is an incorporated city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. According to official records from the Census (2025), Brainerd city had an estimated population of 14,428 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Brainerd city (GEOID 2707300).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Brainerd
Municipal
Official Title:
City Administrator
Address:
501 LAUREL ST, BRAINERD MN 56401-3595
County Of Crow Wing
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
326 LAUREL STREET, SUITE 13, BRAINERD MN 56401-3585
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,428 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $56,111 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $192,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 12.13 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).