Total Population
20,491
Population
Growth Rate
0.52%
Median Age
36
Diversity Index
29.200
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Sartell
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 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.
Population
Housing & Income
Households
8,010
Total Housing Units
8,193
Owner Occupied
4,676
Renter Occupied
3,334
Vacant
183
Median Home Value
$351,495
Average Home Value
$413,066
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.07%
Income Projection
Median Household
$79,011 $85,513
Average Household
$108,350 $118,859
Per Capita
$42,518 $47,109
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Workforce
Total Businesses
432
Total Employed
8,059
Workers 16+
10,320
2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
83
Employed
2,809
2026 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
61
Employed
1,275
2026 Admin / Support / Waste Mgmt
Businesses
10
Employed
759
2026 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
10
Employed
758
2026 General Merchandise Businesses
Businesses
8
Employed
536
2026 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
35
Employed
535
Some
High School
416
Graduated
High School
2,156
Associates
Degree
2,191
Bachelor's
Degree
3,482
Graduate
Degree
1,824
Average Commute Time
19 min.
Resident Commuters
7,750
Non-Resident Commuters
2,464
Drive Alone
8,315
Carpooled
594
Public
42
Work At Home
1,251
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
