Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota Demographics
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As of 2026, Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota has a total population of 13,851, the 82nd largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $67,004, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Sauk Rapids city Quick Facts

Population 13,851

Median Household Income $67,004

Median Home Value $240,200

Poverty Rate 7.2%

Unemployment Rate 2.6%

Median Age 36.0 years

Homeownership Rate 62.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.0%

High School Graduation Rate 94.2%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 13,851 82nd of 913

Median Income $67,004 average

Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower national

Median Home Value $240,200 top 30%

How Sauk Rapids city Compares

Median Household Income

Sauk Rapids city

$67,004

$87,556

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sauk Rapids city

$240,200

$305,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%

$25K-$50K 21.9%

$50K-$100K 30.5%

$100K+ 34.5%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%

74.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.4%

Renter 37.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.0%

18-34

21.9%

35-54

28.8%

55-74

15.5%

75+

6.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sauk Rapids city Rankings in Minnesota

#82 Population of 913

#438 Median Income of 913

#249 Education of 913

#239 Home Value of 913

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Other Cities in Benton County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Foley city	2,685	$58,092	14.5%	$192,600
Rice city	1,998	$103,482	2.7%	$237,600
Gilman city	226	$68,750	4.6%	$221,100

Cities Similar to Sauk Rapids city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Marshall city	13,880	$64,636	$198,900	31.1%	16.9%
New Ulm city	14,066	$63,984	$192,700	27.2%	8.7%
Worthington city	13,792	$61,840	$184,200	16.8%	15.6%
Hutchinson city	14,629	$71,730	$210,300	25.2%	10.7%
Alexandria city	14,579	$61,558	$247,200	31.8%	11.2%

Population Overview

Sauk Rapids city is a small city located in Minnesota, within Benton County. The total population is 13,851. It ranks as the 82nd most populous out of 913 cities and towns in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sauk Rapids city is 36.0 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sauk Rapids city is $67,004. This is 23% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $240,200. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $305,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 62.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sauk Rapids city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.

Education

28.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 913 Census-designated places in Minnesota. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota?

Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota has a population of 13,851 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sauk Rapids city, MN?

The median household income in Sauk Rapids city is $67,004, which is 15% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sauk Rapids city, MN?

The poverty rate in Sauk Rapids city is 7.2%. This means approximately 966 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota?

Sauk Rapids city's population is 88.4% White, 0.7% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sauk Rapids city, MN?

The median home value in Sauk Rapids city is $240,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Sauk Rapids city, Minnesota?

28.0% of adults (25+) in Sauk Rapids city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.