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 reflects 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.
As of 2025 the population of Sartell is 20,277. The population is expected to grow to 20,724 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.44%.
The median age of Sartell residents is 36.
The diversity index of Sartell is 27.5, meaning that there is a 28% 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 Sartell is $106,452 and projected to be $115,098 in 2030. Per capita income is $41,486, projected to be $45,374 in 2030. 4.28% of households – 868 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $818,853 and the average disposable income is $78,383.
There are 8,096 housing units in Sartell; 4,738 are owner-occupied, 3,158 are rented, and 200 are vacant. The average home value is $399,229, with 1,544 homes built in 2010 or later, and 110 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 421 businesses in Sartell, employing 7,819 workers and pulling from a labor force of 9,950 age 16 and above. 2,457 workers commute into Sartell from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
7,329 residents both live and work in/around Sartell. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 3.78% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.91% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 8,160 drive alone, 665 carpool, and 3 take public transportation. 147 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 976 residents work from home.
2,363 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,966 have associates degrees, 3,458 have bachelor’s degrees, and 1,948 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18
