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 2025 the population of Foley is 2,661. The population is expected to grow to 2,681 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.15%.
The median age of Foley residents is 35.
The diversity index of Foley is 15.6, meaning that there is a 16% 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 $80,047 and projected to be $86,087 in 2030. Per capita income is $30,991, projected to be $33,487 in 2030. 1.43% of households – 38 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $405,131 and the average disposable income is $61,726.
There are 1,072 housing units in Foley; 729 are owner-occupied, 296 are rented, and 47 are vacant. The average home value is $288,872, with 64 homes built in 2010 or later, and 162 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 154 businesses in Foley, employing 2,156 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,240 age 16 and above. 700 workers commute into Foley from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
540 residents both live and work in/around Foley. The average travel time is 26.7 minutes. 16.48% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 4.44% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 919 drive alone, 144 carpool, and 11 take public transportation. 53 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 113 residents work from home.
584 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 331 have associates degrees, 212 have bachelor’s degrees, and 110 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18
