The City of Gilman Balances Rural Life With City Access

The City of Gilman has a population of 222 and is just 20 minutes from St. Cloud. Residents appreciate its beautiful parks, historic church, and farm co-op. People choose to move to Gilman when they want ample land and a lower cost of living.

While Gilman's overall cost of living is 9% lower than the national average, its housing costs are 29% lower. Residents can fall in love with idyllic homes where they can raise their families.

Gilman is located just five miles north of Foley, and it is served by Foley Public Schools. If you want to enjoy a quieter life while maintaining access to St. Cloud, consider Gilman.  

Gilman is Home to 91 Households 

Gilman's small population gives it an intimate feel, with community members supporting each other and meeting for events and activities throughout the year. Out of the 91 households, 83 are owner-occupied. This is a community where many people have established families and are raising kids.

Gilman is also an educated community. Nearly 60% of residents have college degrees, while 95% graduated from high school. Many people work remotely or commute into St. Cloud to work in education, healthcare, or finance.   

The Benton Economic Partnership, Inc. Supports Its Communities

One of the benefits of operating an economic development organization at the county level is that its resources support each community, no matter its size. Gilman is just as valuable to Benton County as St. Cloud or Sauk Rapids, and the Benton Economic Partnership, Inc. is excited to invest in its future. The City of Gilman is a valuable member that brings a unique perspective to the county.

Learn more about the exciting projects supported by the Benton Economic Partnership, Inc., and get to know its other members. Follow Benton Economic Partnership, Inc. on Facebook for news and updates.