Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 15,948 ↑ 0.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $50,435 32% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $123,400 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 18.9% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 36 transactions |
| Active Listings | 59 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 520 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Apr 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $11,680 |
| Recent Sales | 29 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 167 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 34.00 acres |
| Active Listings | 31 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 240.00 | $300,000 | $1,250 | 12053 115th St NE | Foley |
| Feb 2026 | 61.40 | $418,000 | $6,808 | 11th Ave | Foley |
| Jan 2026 | 13.91 | $236,470 | $17,000 | LOT Mayhew Lake Rd NE #F | Sauk Rapids |
| Jan 2026 | 13.91 | $236,470 | $17,000 | 12065 Mayhew Lake Rd E | Sauk Rapids |
| Jan 2026 | 14.21 | $180,000 | $12,667 | LOT Mayhew Lake Rd NE #D | Sauk Rapids |
| Dec 2025 | 71.09 | $260,000 | $3,657 | 75th Ave NE | Rice |
| Dec 2025 | 75.00 | $397,900 | $5,305 | Xx 135th St NE | Oak Park |
| Nov 2025 | 2.00 | $54,000 | $27,000 | LOT 3 10th Ave NW | Rice |
| Nov 2025 | 10.00 | $203,000 | $20,300 | 10000 5th Ave NE | Rice |
| Oct 2025 | 83.28 | $360,088 | $4,324 | 1 105th Ave NE | Foley |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 22.88 | $225,000 | $9,834 | 0 Shadowwood Dr NE | Sauk Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 12.00 | $175,700 | $14,642 | 17300 NE 145th St | Foreston |
| Oct 2025 | 15.00 | $89,250 | $5,950 | 90th St NE | Foley |
| Oct 2025 | 11.13 | $130,000 | $11,680 | LOT 75th Ave NE #C | Sauk Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 14.51 | $320,000 | $22,054 | 120 125th St NE | Rice |
| Sep 2025 | 20.01 | $170,000 | $8,496 | 18998 NE 145th St | Foreston |
| Sep 2025 | 41.88 | $210,000 | $5,014 | 65th St NE | Foley |
| Sep 2025 | 2.50 | $77,000 | $30,800 | 8950 Little Rock Rd NE | Foley |
| Sep 2025 | 17.96 | $252,000 | $14,031 | 2331 Golden Spike Rd NE | Sauk Rapids |
| Jul 2025 | 75.24 | $445,000 | $5,914 | 15920 75th Ave NE | Rice |
| Jul 2025 | 40.00 | $230,000 | $5,750 | 40010200 75th Ave NE | Rice |
| Jul 2025 | 25.00 | $175,000 | $7,000 | 18925 NE Highway 23 | Foreston |
| Jun 2025 | 32.19 | $115,000 | $3,573 | 6250 90th St NE | Foley |
| Jun 2025 | 40.00 | $135,000 | $3,375 | 13XX 175th Ave NE | Foley |
| Jun 2025 | 9.25 | $620,000 | $67,027 | 15XX 18th St NE | Sauk Rapids |
| Jun 2025 | 2.49 | $270,000 | $108,434 | 10864 Sues Rd NW | Rice |
| Jun 2025 | 2.23 | $65,000 | $29,148 | 8951 95th St NE | Foley |
| May 2025 | 2.27 | $175,000 | $77,127 | 1497 10th Ave NE | Sauk Rapids |
| Apr 2025 | 14.60 | $730,000 | $50,000 | 9175 Burton Ct NW | Rice |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $58,500 |
| Recent Sales | 7 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 89 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.46 acres |
| Active Listings | 28 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 0.60 | $120,000 | 5916 Stadium St | Saint Cloud |
| Mar 2026New | 0.45 | $120,000 | 5901 Rub Of The Green St | Saint Cloud |
| Jan 2026 | 0.26 | $50,000 | 4683 3rd Street Loop NE | Saint Cloud |
| Dec 2025 | 0.31 | $54,900 | 2858 11th Ave NE | Sauk Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 0.45 | $58,500 | 831 3rd St SW | Rice |
| Oct 2025 | 0.89 | $79,900 | 4370 16th Ave NW | Sauk Rapids |
| Sep 2025 | 0.26 | $54,900 | 2853 11th Ave NE | Sauk Rapids |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 41,458 |
| Population (2020) | 41,379 |
| Population Growth | 0.19% |
| Median Household Income | $71,480 |
| Median Home Value | $247,100 |
| Total Housing Units | 17,484 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 990 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.7% |
| Median Age | 36.7 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 4,761 (11.5%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
Market Overview
Benton County, Minnesota has a population of 41,458, which has grown 0.19% since 2020. The median household income is $71,480, below the national median of $74,580 by 4.2%. The housing vacancy rate of 5.7% suggests tight market conditions. As part of Minnesota, Benton County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $13,108 per acre, with properties averaging 22.60 acres. There are currently 59 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Benton County, Minnesota?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Benton County has a population of 41,458. The county has grown 0.19% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Benton County?
The median household income in Benton County is $71,480, which is 4.2% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Benton County growing or shrinking?
Benton County is growing. The population has increased 0.19% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Benton County?
The median home value in Benton County is $247,100. The housing vacancy rate is 5.7%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $13,108 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $48,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Benton County, Minnesota?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Minnesota, including Benton County. We make cash offers within 24-48 hours, close in 14-30 days, and pay all closing costs. Get your free cash offer today.
Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.