Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
22%
Stillwater
Stillwater, MN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,498
Population
20,104
Renter Mix
23% Rent
There's much more to Stillwater than its pretty face.
Historic
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Twin Cities
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Riverfront
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Family-Friendly
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Beautiful
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Stillwater wears the title "Birthplace of Minnesota" the way a river town should — quietly, confidently, with deep roots and a stunning backdrop along the St. Croix. Perched on Washington County's western riverbank, this small city packs a lot into its 10 square miles. The historic downtown draws visitors year-round with its 19th-century storefronts, panoramic river views, and bluff-top scenery that earns it serious recognition among the most scenic small towns in the country. St. Paul is a quick 20-minute drive west via Highway 36, and Minneapolis sits just 24 miles beyond that, making Stillwater an appealing spot for anyone who wants access to metro amenities without giving up a slower, more scenic pace.
Renters will find a solid mix of housing options throughout the city, particularly on the north side, where apartment communities, townhomes, and multi-bedroom rentals offer more space than what you'd typically find closer to downtown. The riverfront area lends itself to charming older buildings with character, while newer developments bring more polished, contemporary options into the mix. Each October, Stillwater transforms into one of the most celebrated fall color destinations in the Midwest, drawing visitors from across the region to take in the wooded bluffs and river valley views that locals get to enjoy all season long.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$108,463
Average: $131,790
Education
8,242
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,976
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Stillwater has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
23%
Non-Renters
77%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Stillwater, MN is $1,803 for a studio, $1,498 for one bedroom, $1,580 for two bedrooms, and $1,883 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Stillwater has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,498/month
765 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Stillwater, MN is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower
Public
Grades K-5
457 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
414 Students
Public
Grades K-5
421 Students
St Croix Preparatory Academy Middle
Public
Grades K-8
375 Students
Public
Grades K-5
555 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
906 Students
St Croix Preparatory Academy Middle
Public
Grades K-8
375 Students
Public
Grades K-12
111 Students
Stillwater Dist. Special Services
Public
Grades K-12
4 Students
Stillwater Extended School Year
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,647 Students
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper
Public
Grades 9-12
381 Students
Public
Grades K-12
111 Students
Stillwater Dist. Special Services
Public
Grades K-12
4 Students
Stillwater Extended School Year
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center
- Willow River State Park
- Saint Croix National Scenic River
Military Bases
Airports
- Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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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.