Benton County, county in Minnesota, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 40,958 inhabitants. The county was created 175 years ago in 1849. Its county seat is Foley.
There are 6 city/town in Benton County, MN. The largest city of Benton County is Watab with a population of 3,238. Other cities include, Foley population 2,653, Glendorado population 791, Sauk Rapids population 545, Gilman population 216
Watab, Township in Benton County, Minnesota, USA
Glendorado, Township in Benton County, Minnesota, USA
Benton County is located in central Minnesota. Some of the notable cities and towns in Benton County include:
Foley - Foley is the county seat and largest city in Benton County. It had a population of 2,670 as of 2020. Foley hosts the annual Spud Fest showcasing local agriculture.
Rice - Rice is a city located northeast of Foley near Little Rock Lake. It had a population of 1,275 as of 2020. Local attractions include the Rice Fire Hall Museum.
Sauk Rapids - Sauk Rapids is a city located southeast of Foley along the Mississippi River. It had a population of 13,483 as of 2020.
Gilman - Gilman is a city located northwest of Foley. It had a population of 446 as of 2020. The Gilman Creamery and water tower are local landmarks.
Royalton - Royalton is a city located east of Rice with a population of 421 as of 2020. It contains a historic downtown district.
In summary, Benton County is comprised of small central Minnesota cities and towns focused around Foley and Rice and along the Mississippi River valley.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Benton County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Foley | City in Benton County, Minnesota | 2,653 |
Gilman | City in Benton County, Minnesota, United States | 216 |
Glendorado | Township in Benton County, Minnesota, USA | 791 |
Rice | City in Minnesota, United States | 163 |
Sauk Rapids | City in Minnesota, United States | 545 |
Watab | Township in Benton County, Minnesota, USA | 3,238 |