Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
15%
Saint Cloud
Saint Cloud, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$920
Population
73,499
Renter Mix
49% Rent
College-town energy and small-town personality in the heart of Minnesota.
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Located in central Minnesota, Saint Cloud combines city living with natural beauty along the Mississippi River. Known as "The Granite City," this community features diverse housing options, from downtown apartments averaging $878 for a one-bedroom to residential neighborhoods like Centennial and Lake George. The city's rental market shows steady growth, with rates increasing about 2.3% annually. The city maintains 95 parks across 1,400 acres, including Whitney Memorial Park and Munsinger Gardens, recognized among America's top public gardens. The presence of St. Cloud State University, Minnesota's third-largest university, contributes to the area's educational landscape.
Downtown Saint Cloud preserves its heritage while embracing growth, highlighted by the restored Paramount Theatre from 1921. The Mississippi River provides recreational opportunities, particularly around the Beaver Islands, a natural formation ideal for kayaking and canoeing. The city leads in environmental initiatives, operating primarily on renewable energy and featuring an advanced wastewater facility that transforms local food waste into fuel. Located 65 miles northwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Saint Cloud combines outdoor recreation, educational resources, and established neighborhoods, creating an appealing option for renters in central Minnesota.
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Beautiful fall foliage in Saint Cloud
Trees reflecting in the water along the riverbank
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,907
Average: $71,390
Education
18,628
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
38,549
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saint Cloud has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
49%
Non-Renters
51%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Saint Cloud, MN is $753 for a studio, $915 for one bedroom, $1,143 for two bedrooms, and $1,414 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Cloud has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$915/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$2,043/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Saint Cloud, MN is 4.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Saint Cloud is 16.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $753 - $1,414. You can expect to pay 4.5% less for groceries, 6.2% less for utilities, and 7.0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Saint Cloud, MN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Riverwoods School - Residential
Public
Grades K-12
30 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Special Education Extended School Year
Public
Grades K-12
Riverwoods School - Residential
Public
Grades K-12
30 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Special Education Extended School Year
Public
Grades K-12
Riverwoods School - Residential
Public
Grades K-12
30 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Special Education Extended School Year
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- St. Cloud State University Planetarium
- Munsinger Gardens
- Clemens Gardens
- St. Cloud Area Family YMCA
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.