Sandstone city, Minnesota
Sandstone city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sandstone city is a geographic entity located in Pine County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,543. The land area covers 5.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,543 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 684 | ±81 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 724 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 684 | ±81 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 40 | ±36 |
| Median Home Value | $166,300 | ±$20,922 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,015 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,875 | ±$10,440 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,414 | ±$2,228 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.2% | ±8.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 355 | ±130 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.4% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 587 | ±90 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±6.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,466 (2024)
ID: 138629
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 641, SANDSTONE MN 55072-0641
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GUS Population: 30,319 (2024)
ID: 128642
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
635 NORTHRIDGE DR NW, STE 220, PINE CITY MN 55063-5984
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HINCKLEY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HINCKLEY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HINCKLEY, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | HINCKLEY, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | HINCKLEY, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ESSENTIA HEALTH SANDSTONE
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Hospital | City address association | 705 LUNDORFF DRIVE SOUTH, SANDSTONE, MN, 55072 |
(218) 786-1367
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Pine Technical & Community College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 900 4th St SE, Pine City, MN, 55063 |
3206295100
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SANDSTONE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 106 MAIN STREET, SANDSTONE, MN, 55072 |
(320) 245-2270
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HINCKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 106 1ST SE, HINCKLEY, MN, 55037 |
(320) 384-6351
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PINE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 300 5TH ST. SE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, PINE CITY, MN, 55063 |
(320) 629-6403
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MOOSE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 313 ELM AVENUE, MOOSE LAKE, MN, 55767 |
(218) 485-4424
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SANDSTONE 6 W, MN US, located 6.3 miles from Sandstone city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.1° | 2.2° | 11.2° | 0.76" | — |
| February | 25.7° | 5.8° | 15.7° | 1.14" | — |
| March | 38.0° | 18.2° | 28.1° | 1.70" | — |
| April | 52.4° | 30.1° | 41.3° | 2.91" | — |
| May | 66.3° | 41.3° | 53.8° | 3.41" | — |
| June | 74.5° | 51.7° | 63.1° | 4.37" | — |
| July | 78.8° | 56.1° | 67.5° | 5.55" | — |
| August | 77.0° | 54.1° | 65.6° | 3.74" | — |
| September | 68.9° | 46.2° | 57.6° | 3.47" | — |
| October | 55.1° | 35.2° | 45.1° | 3.05" | — |
| November | 38.5° | 22.4° | 30.5° | 1.85" | — |
| December | 24.9° | 9.7° | 17.3° | 1.39" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandstone city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Askov city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Finlayson city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Hinckley city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Rutledge city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Willow River city | City | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2711558396. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.