Sauk Centre, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Stearns County County
Sauk Centre, MN
At a Glance
How Sauk Centre Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sauk Centre's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sauk Centre a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sauk Centre residents earn a median household income of $65,763 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,823. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9% (119% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,733 business establishments, including 391 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sauk Centre is $196,000 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $315,520. Median rent is $778/month, with 28.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Sauk Centre reports 65 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,124/100K.
Education
19.9% of adults in Sauk Centre hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sauk Centre has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.