| | Brainerd, MN | Baxter, MN | United States |
| Overall | 86.9 | 86.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 96.7 | 99.2 | 100 |
| Health | 76.8 | 76.8 | 100 |
| Housing | 74.0 | 92.6 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $266,900 | $303,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 8,880.0% | 9,020.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 69.0 | 67.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 89.9 | 89.8 | 100 |
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Reviews for Brainerd 
5 Reviews
Research, research, research! Personal reviews don't give you the "whole" story! Whether the opinions are "glowing" or scathing do not base your opinion on them! Some More
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Small town. Everyone knows everyone else's business. No work. Located in Crow Wing County and has highest unemployment rate in the state. Poor healthcare. Essentia More
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Reviews for Baxter 3 Reviews
Baxter is a good place to live. It is a regional center for retail activity, with lots to do, and more than 400 lakes within 30 minutes from the city limits. There are a More
A community that loves it's place on the earth, Baxter is a place where people looking for a wholesome life gravitate to. That is why our growth has become so amazing. More
If you like four seasons, it is quite nice here. It is not as cold as it used to be in the Winter. Winter's are somewhat long, but tolerable and Minnesotan's love the More
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