Sherburne County · County Seat
Welcome to Elk River
Where the Mississippi River meets wide-open Minnesota sky, Elk River blends an easy suburban feel with room to breathe. It’s a fast-growing, family-first community — top schools, miles of trails, and a quick drive to the Twin Cities.
By the Numbers
27.6K
Residents
+64%
Growth Since ’00
37
Median Age
2.7
Avg. Household
Suburban
+ Rural
+ Rural
Area Feel
Top-Rated Schools
Elk River Area Schools
ISD 728 · Elk River · Otsego · Rogers · Zimmerman
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3 National Blue Ribbon Schools
Recent U.S. Dept. of Education honorees
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34% AP Participation
College-level coursework in high school
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Above Avg Graduation Rate
Consistently outpaces the state
Life in Elk River
Room to spread out
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Mississippi River access — boating, fishing & riverfront parks
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Dozens of parks, trails & natural areas to explore
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Regional mountain-biking & singletrack trails
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Strong family & young-professional community
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Quiet, friendly neighborhoods with breathing room
Getting
Around
Around
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Quick access to Hwy 10, US-169, MN-101 & I-94
commute
25 minutes to Maple Grove
50 minutes to MSP Airport
50 minutes to MSP Airport