St. Augusta, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Augusta, Minnesota had a total population of 3,625, the 193rd largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $140,227, which is 57% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 57% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Minnesota.
- 43.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Minnesota.
St. Augusta Quick Facts
How St. Augusta Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,576 | 3,625 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $116,384 | $140,227 | +20.5% |
| Median home value | $323,400 | $388,400 | +20.1% |
How St. Augusta Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
St. Augusta Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Stearns County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud | 70,629 | $61,374 | 20.2% | $225,000 |
| Sartell | 19,758 | $84,131 | 7.4% | $297,300 |
| Waite Park | 8,399 | $59,285 | 21.2% | $219,400 |
| St. Joseph | 7,021 | $74,946 | 19.1% | $237,700 |
| Sauk Centre | 4,621 | $62,628 | 19.5% | $225,700 |
| Cold Spring | 4,249 | $72,228 | 9.8% | $280,400 |
| Melrose | 3,671 | $59,677 | 8.5% | $207,200 |
| Albany | 2,821 | $69,167 | 10.8% | $238,500 |
| Paynesville | 2,519 | $75,250 | 5.6% | $178,200 |
| Rockville | 2,452 | $105,329 | 4.3% | $365,800 |
Cities Similar to St. Augusta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanover | 3,626 | $156,536 | $447,900 | 52.4% | 0.6% |
| Grant | 3,950 | $150,875 | $683,400 | 58.3% | 3.7% |
| Bayport | 3,905 | $125,893 | $376,900 | 27.5% | 3.7% |
| Centerville | 3,935 | $122,541 | $376,900 | 42.5% | 2.3% |
| Pine Island | 3,580 | $104,432 | $350,500 | 37.0% | 4.0% |
Population Overview
St. Augusta is a small community located in Minnesota, within Stearns County. The total population is 3,625. It ranks as the 193rd most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Augusta is 36.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 29.7% of the population under 18, St. Augusta has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in St. Augusta is $140,227. This is 57% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 74% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in St. Augusta. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $388,400. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, St. Augusta is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. Augusta has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.
Education
43.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places St. Augusta in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. Augusta, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of St. Augusta, Minnesota?
St. Augusta, Minnesota has a population of 3,625 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Augusta, MN?
The median household income in St. Augusta is $140,227, which is 74% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Augusta, MN?
The ACS sample for St. Augusta recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of St. Augusta, Minnesota?
St. Augusta's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Augusta, MN?
The median home value in St. Augusta is $388,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is St. Augusta, Minnesota?
43.6% of adults (25+) in St. Augusta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.