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City Report · MN

New Brighton

Pop. 22,710·54th most expensive in Minnesota·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,416/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.5%
Month-over-Month
-2.2%
vs US Median
-$549
Falling (Monthly)
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New Brighton · $1,416
More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
47/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where New Brighton's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,416/mo
Expected by trend
$1,397/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,100
1 BR
$1,250
2 BR
$1,520
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,270
Research median
$1,520/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,992/yr
At $1,416/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, -2.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

New Brighton, MN is majority owner-occupied, 48.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,710
Median income
$88,521
Median age
37
Renters
38.8%
Age distribution
24.8%
22.3%
25.4%
17.7%
Under 1824.8%
18–3422.3%
35–5425.4%
55–649.7%
65+17.7%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
66.6%
13.9%
White66.6%
Black13.9%
Hispanic9%
Asian6.3%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
16.2%
30.8%
48.2%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma16.2%
Some college30.8%
Bachelor's+48.2%
Housing tenure
61.2%
38.8%
Owner61.2%
Renter38.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How New Brighton, MN has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,315 → $1,416
up 7.7%
Income
$77,031 → $88,521
up 14.9%
Population
23,293 → 22,710
down 2.5%
Renter share
37.9% → 38.8%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
47.9% → 48.2%
+0.3 pts

Since 2023, the typical rent in New Brighton, MN has increased from $1,315 to $1,416, a 7.7% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in New Brighton, MN now reports about $88,521, up from $77,031 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has contracted by 2.5% since 2021, moving from about 23,293 residents to roughly 22,710. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and New Brighton, MN reflects that arc in its own way.

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New Brighton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in New Brighton. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in New Brighton, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in New Brighton is $1,416/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,020/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($88,521/yr), New Brighton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is New Brighton an affordable city for renters?

New Brighton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,416/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($88,521/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. New Brighton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in New Brighton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,416/mo in New Brighton. The local median household income is $88,521/yr, meaning the typical New Brighton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in New Brighton?

Rent in New Brighton has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does New Brighton rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

New Brighton is one of the more affordable cities in Minnesota for rent, ranking #54 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,416/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than New Brighton?

Fridley is nearby and more affordable at $1,410/mo, which is $6 less than New Brighton.

What percentage of New Brighton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.8% of New Brighton households are renters, while 61.2% are owner-occupied. New Brighton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does New Brighton rent compare to the national average?

New Brighton's median rent of $1,416/mo is $549 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #54 out of 67 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,416/mo, rent takes ~19% of New Brighton's median household income ($88,521/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

New Brighton 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5.35–9.85%
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