Benton County is nestled in the state of Minnesota. With a land mass of 412 square miles, Benton County is one of the smallest counties in the state, while in regards to population it is near the top with 3,422 residents. Benton County's population density of urban makes it one of the least largely populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Sauk Rapids, with a population of 12,696.

Benton County is one of the more affluent regions in the state. The median income for Benton County residents is $43,539, putting the region in in the top half of all counties in Minnesota. Reflecting this, the average house value in Benton County is $101,519, slightly above the state average of $117,549.    Continued below...