Sartell

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City of Sartell, Benton County, MN

The City of Sartell in Benton County, MN, offers “small-town charm with big opportunities.” Located in Central Minnesota along the upper Mississippi River, just 60 miles northwest of Minneapolis–St. Paul, Sartell is one of the region’s fastest-growing communities. The cost of living is below the national average, and the median home value is approximately $295,000, reflecting a strong housing market with continued affordability. Residents enjoy access to boating, fishing, golf courses, miles of scenic trails, and expansive parks. With a well-educated population, many Sartell residents are employed in healthcare, education, retail, and advanced manufacturing. Learn more about what makes Sartell a vibrant and growing city in Central Minnesota.

Population

Total Population

20,344

Population
Growth Rate

0.69%

Median Age

36

Diversity Index

26.600

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Housing & Income

Households

7,823

Total Housing Units

8,035


Owner Occupied

4,658

Renter Occupied

3,165

Vacant

212

Median Home Value

$315,828


Average Home Value

$366,064

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.53%

Income Projection

Median Household

$80,811 $89,321


Average Household

$107,528 $121,154


Per Capita

$41,385 $46,889

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Workforce

Total Businesses

415

Total Employed

7,418

Workers 16+

10,253

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

88

Employed

2,812

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

57

Employed

1,024

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

8

Employed

673

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

36

Employed

634

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

33

Employed

601

2024 General Merchandise Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

8

Employed

533

Some
High School

364

Graduated
High School

2,411

Associates
Degree

2,059

Bachelor's
Degree

3,282

Graduate
Degree

1,775

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

7,350

Non-Resident Commuters

2,756

Drive Alone

8,516

Carpooled

643

Public

11

Work At Home

937

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11