New Brighton city, Minnesota
New Brighton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
New Brighton city is a geographic entity located in Ramsey County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,159. The land area covers 6.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 22,159 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,169 | ±412 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,448 | ±411 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,169 | ±412 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 279 | ±159 |
| Median Home Value | $364,700 | ±$8,222 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,397 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,521 | ±$6,766 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,184 | ±$2,945 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,857 | ±760 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,982 | ±579 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±2.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 22,374 (2024)
ID: 106875
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
803 OLD HIGHWAY 8 NW, NEW BRIGHTON MN 55112-2792
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GUS Population: 542,015 (2024)
ID: 106736
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
15 KELLOGG BLVD W, STE 250, SAINT PAUL MN 55102-1614
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-09 | MINNETONKA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MAPLE GROVE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bethel University
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College | 2.4 mi away | 3900 Bethel Dr, Saint Paul, MN, 55112 |
6516386400
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NEW BRIGHTON LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 400 10TH STREET NW, NEW BRIGHTTON, MN, 55112 |
(651) 724-6002
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University of Northwestern-St Paul
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College | 3.2 mi away | 3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN, 55113-1598 |
6516315100
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MOUNDS VIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 2576 COUNTY ROAD 10, MOUNDS VIEW, MN, 55112 |
(763) 717-3272
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Empire Beauty School-Spring Lake Park
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College Vocational | 4.2 mi away | 8205 University Ave, Spring Lake Park, MN, 55432 |
8009204593
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FRIDLEY: MISSISSIPPI BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 410 MISSISSIPPI ST NE, FRIDLEY, MN, 55432 |
(763) 324-1560
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American Academy of Health and Wellness
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College | 5.0 mi away | 2233 Hamline Ave N, Suite 432, Roseville, MN, 55113 |
6514933622
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 3939 CENTRAL AVENUE NE, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN, 55421 |
(763) 706-3690
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Townsend Barber Institute
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 694 County Road B. West, Roseville, MN, 55113-0000 |
6513309098
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SHOREVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 4560 NORTH VICTORIA STREET, SHOREVIEW, MN, 55126 |
(651) 486-2300
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at VADNAIS LAKE, MN US, located 5.7 miles from New Brighton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.6° | 8.3° | 16.5° | 0.78" | — |
| February | 30.0° | 11.4° | 20.7° | 0.81" | — |
| March | 42.2° | 24.1° | 33.1° | 1.50" | — |
| April | 56.5° | 37.0° | 46.8° | 3.12" | — |
| May | 69.4° | 50.3° | 59.8° | 4.31" | — |
| June | 78.7° | 60.1° | 69.4° | 4.52" | — |
| July | 82.7° | 64.3° | 73.5° | 4.47" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 62.4° | 71.5° | 4.45" | — |
| September | 73.0° | 54.4° | 63.7° | 3.13" | — |
| October | 59.0° | 41.6° | 50.3° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 42.7° | 28.3° | 35.5° | 1.84" | — |
| December | 29.5° | 15.6° | 22.5° | 1.10" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Brighton city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Arden Hills city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Hilltop city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mounds View city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Fridley city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2712345430. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.