Population & Workforce
2010 Population: 88,499
2010 Households: 30,212
Straddling two of the fastest growing population centers in the state –the Minneapolis Saint Paul metro area and Saint Cloud–Sherburne County is expected to be one of the fastest growing counties over the next decades. From 2010 to 2035, the Minnesota State Demographic Center expects that the county’s population will grow by 73%. Sherburne County’s labor force is projected to grow by 63%. Many residents leave the county for employment, creating an opportunity for new employers to tap an available skilled workforce.
The educational profile of Sherburne County residents is strong. It is particularly well-suited to technical and skilled production and back office operations. Wages are typically lower than the in the Greater MSP core – a bottom-line advantage for employers.
- Labor Force Profile of Sherburne County
- Demographic Profile of Sherburne County
- Consumer Spending Profile of Sherburne County
Major Cities & Populations
| City | Population |
|---|---|
| Becker | 4, 538 |
| Big Lake | 10,060 |
| Clear Lake | 545 |
| Elk River county seat |
22,974 |
| Princeton located in 2 counties |
4,698 50 in Sherburne County |
| St Cloud located in 3 counties |
65,846 6,785 in Sherburne County |
| Zimmerman | 5,228 |
| Source: Applied Geographic Solutions, 2010 | |
Sherburne County Govt Center
ATTN: Economic Development
13880 Business Center Dr NW
Elk River, MN 55330-1692
Office Location & Hours
| Phone: | 763-765-3001 800-433-5229 |
| Fax: | 763-765-3232 |
admin@co.sherburne.mn.us