The Brainerd Lakes Area is a multiple county community that represents dozens of unique neighborhoods. Over 80,000 residents share the love of the environment and outdoor recreation, and offer businesses, products, and services as varied as our fish.

Our distinct patchwork of lakes, people and history is woven throughout our beautiful and equally welcoming cities. The infrastructure base of our community is located in the connected cities of Brainerd and Baxter, offering a regional airport and transportation options, varied health care and educational services, as well as dozens of regional and national businesses. Housing choices throughout the related counties also offer something for everyone and every budget.

Interested in employment in the Brainerd Lakes Area?  View area Jobs at the link at the top of the page.  A salary survey of the Brainerd Baxter area was completed in 2003. Download the Brainerd-Baxter Salary Survey and Code for Salary Survey.