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Stearns County
City in Minnesota, United States
Overview
Stearns County, anchored by the city of St. Cloud, blends Midwestern charm with a lively arts and college scene. The area is known for its riverfront, access to nature, and welcoming communities. Visitors enjoy both lively downtowns and peaceful suburbs.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Minnesota
Population
158,292
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
45.55°, -94.61°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
77
Female Safety
74
LGBTQ+ Safety
62
Traffic Safety
72
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,384
Local Cost
$1,610
Local Income
$3,250
Cashless
88
English
97
Temperature
6.4°C
Summer Avg
21.0°C
Winter Avg
-9.6°C
Record High
41.7°C
Record Low
-40.8°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
728 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
STC
Distance
43 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.
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