What are the schools like in Bigfork, MN?

Bigfork is served primarily by GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.1:1.

What is the median household income in Bigfork?

The median household income in Bigfork, MN is $33,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Bigfork, MN?

Bigfork has an average high temperature of 15.7°F in January and 76.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 64.1 inches.

Bigfork, MN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bigfork, MN affordable or expensive?

Bigfork's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bigfork is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $163,500 and the median rent is $1,093 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bigfork, MN?

Bigfork has a violent crime rate of 139.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 534.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Bigfork, MN a Good Place to Live?

Bigfork is a small town of 353 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $33,750 . Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Bigfork stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Bigfork is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bigfork city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.6

Bigfork's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bigfork costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bigfork, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$163,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,093	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Bigfork's violent crime rate is 139.6 per 100,000 residents — 63% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

139.6 /100k

Property Crime

534.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Bigfork is served primarily by GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bigfork, MN	National Avg
School District	GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bigfork sees average highs of 15.7°F in January and 76.8°F in July, with 31.1 inches of annual precipitation and 64.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bigfork, MN
Average High — January	15.7°F
Average High — July	76.8°F
Annual Precipitation	31.1"
Annual Snowfall	64.1"

Demographics

Metric	Bigfork, MN	National Avg
Population	353	—
Median Age	66.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.0%	22.2%
65 and over	51.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Bigfork

Bigfork, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

56628

Bigfork vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bigfork, MN affordable or expensive?

Bigfork's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bigfork roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $163,500 and median rent is $1,093/month.

What is the crime rate in Bigfork, MN?

Bigfork's violent crime rate is 139.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 534.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Bigfork?

Public schools in Bigfork are operated by GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1. 10.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bigfork, MN a good place to live?

Bigfork, MN has a population of 353, a median household income of $33,750, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bigfork?

Bigfork averages 15.7°F in January and 76.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 31.1 inches with about 64.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bigfork?

Bigfork, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 56628.

What is the population of Bigfork?

The population of Bigfork, Minnesota is 353 with a median age of 66.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bigfork?

Key numbers for living in Bigfork: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $163,500, median household income $33,750, crime index 32 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bigfork side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.