The City of St. Cloud Helps Benton County Grow
20 Oct 2025
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St. Cloud is the fifth-most populous city in Minnesota with 72,000 residents. It strikes a healthy balance between offering diverse amenities for residents while maintaining a small-town community. People move to the City of St. Cloud when they want easy access to the natural beauty of Minnesota without giving up the urban feel.
St. Cloud is unique because its city limits cross multiple counties. It has a presence in Stearns, Sherburne, and Benton counties. This is why it is part of the Benton Economic Partnership, Inc. The City of St. Cloud is a trusted partner supporting the entire region's growth.
St. Cloud Continues to Attract New Residents
The City of St. Cloud continues to add new people and has a positive projected growth rate, which is exciting news for Benton County. As St. Cloud grows, more entrepreneurs and business leaders move to the area. New companies form and create opportunities for residents. Many Benton County residents who live outside of St. Cloud commute into the city daily (with an average drive time of 23 minutes), which means these opportunities support the region as a whole.
Despite its growth, the cost of living in St. Cloud remains 16.2% lower than the rest of the United States. Its affordable homes, community culture, and small-city vibe have made it a favorite spot for people moving to Minnesota.
St. Cloud Takes a Regional Approach to Growth
The City of St. Cloud takes a regional approach to economic development because it knows that opportunities don’t stop right at the city limits. The city has been a trusted partner of Benton Economic Partnership, Inc., and supports all its surrounding towns as they grow into their bright futures.
What’s good for Foley and Sauk Rapids also benefits St. Cloud. We all work together to make this region of Minnesota a wonderful place to be.
Learn more about Benton Economic Partnership, Inc. by following our Facebook page. See how this organization works with neighboring partners to create jobs and other opportunities in the region.
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