The City of Foley, located in Benton County, Minnesota, is approximately an hour north of Minneapolis and just 16 minutes north of St. Cloud. It offers families and retirees an affordable place to call home, with the benefits of small-town living and proximity to major urban areas. Our median home value is significantly lower than that of many surrounding metro areas, including the Twin Cities. Compared to the national average, Foley’s cost of living remains considerably lower, making it an attractive choice for both homeowners and renters. Foley has a strong and diverse economic base and a large portion of residents holding college degrees. Many individuals work in various sectors, including public administration, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Learn more about Foley in Benton County below.
As of 2026 the population of Foley is 2,661. The population is expected to grow to 2,663 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.01%.
The median age of Foley residents is 35.
The diversity index of Foley is 15.2, meaning that there is a 15% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Foley is $76,858 and projected to be $84,532 in 2031. Per capita income is $30,585, projected to be $33,903 in 2031. 1.54% of households – 41 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $419,420 and the average disposable income is $58,186.
There are 1,074 housing units in Foley; 720 are owner-occupied, 311 are rented, and 43 are vacant. The average home value is $289,990, with 47 homes built in 2010 or later, and 175 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 155 businesses in Foley, employing 2,010 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,258 age 16 and above. 715 workers commute into Foley from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
535 residents both live and work in/around Foley. The average travel time is 30.0 minutes. 15.33% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 10.28% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 870 drive alone, 173 carpool, and 7 take public transportation. 80 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 125 residents work from home.
589 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 336 have associates degrees, 222 have bachelor’s degrees, and 110 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
