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Babbitt, MN

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Population
1,363
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,485 ft
Median Home Value
$102,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$737/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Babbitt

Babbitt is a quiet, close-knit community tucked into the dense forests of northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range. Originally planned in the mid-20th century to support the local taconite industry, the town was built with wide residential streets, spacious yards, and plenty of green space. It retains strong ties to its mining heritage, but daily life here moves at a relaxed, steady pace surrounded by the peaceful Northwoods.

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Living in Babbitt puts incredible outdoor recreation right in your backyard, with Birch Lake and the Superior National Forest just minutes away for boating, fishing, and hiking. The popular gateway town of Ely sits just up the road for extra dining, shopping, and Boundary Waters access. With local schools, essential neighborhood amenities, and a compact layout where everything is close by, Babbitt offers a welcoming, affordable home base for anyone looking to settle into northern Minnesota.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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