Elk River

MN

Sherburne County, Minnesota

Population 101K |Median income $105,466

Population
100,560
Sherburne County
Median Income
$105,466
+55% vs avg
Median Home Value
$361,400
+59% vs avg
Median Age
37
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
101K+13%
Median Income
$105,466+44%
Median Home Value
$361,400+87%
Poverty Rate
5.1%-35%
Unemployment
3%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Poverty Rate
5.1% -64% vs avg
Unemployment 3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.7%
Work From Home 13.5%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 86.8%
African American 4.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39%
Short Sleep Duration
29.2%
High Blood Pressure
28.7%
Physical Inactivity
23.2%
Binge Drinking
22%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
11%
Current Asthma
9.8%
Diabetes
9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.9%
Dental Visit 68%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.6%

Alerts & News — Elk River Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Elk River, MN? ▼
Elk River, MN has a population of 100,560 people, located in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Elk River? ▼
The median household income in Elk River, MN is $105,466 per year. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
What is the median home value in Elk River? ▼
The median home value in Elk River, MN is $361,400. Median rent is $1,127/month.
What are the top health concerns in Elk River? ▼
The top health indicators in Elk River include Obesity (39%), Short Sleep Duration (29.2%), High Blood Pressure (28.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Elk River? ▼
The median age in Elk River, MN is 37 years. 29.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elk River, MN is located in Sherburne County, Minnesota. With a population of 101K and a median household income of $105,466, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Elk River area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sherburne County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.