| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk River | 1 | 28,317 | 25,938 | 1.51% | 669 | 42 | City |
| Big Lake | 2 | 13,200 | 11,774 | 2.1% | 1,825 | 7 | City |
| Zimmerman | 3 | 7,033 | 6,240 | 1.87% | 1,867 | 4 | City |
| Becker | 4 | 5,512 | 4,900 | 1.6% | 472 | 12 | City |
| Clear Lake | 5 | 697 | 648 | 1.16% | 668 | 1 | City |
Elk River is the largest city in Sherburne County, with a population of 28,317.
Clear Lake is the smallest city in Sherburne County, with a population of 697.
There are 5 cities in Sherburne County, Minnesota.