5 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud | 1 | 73,412 | 69,610 | 0.87% | 1,825 | 40 | City |
| Sauk Rapids | 2 | 13,799 | 13,898 | -0.12% | 2,194 | 6 | City |
| Foley | 3 | 2,654 | 2,690 | -0.23% | 1,034 | 3 | City |
| Rice | 4 | 2,320 | 1,980 | 2.52% | 407 | 6 | City |
| Gilman | 5 | 216 | 224 | -0.46% | 304 | 1 | City |
St. Cloud is the largest city in Benton County, with a population of 73,412.
Gilman is the smallest city in Benton County, with a population of 216.
There are 5 cities in Benton County, Minnesota.