WHO WE ARE
ABOUT US
Community
Tri-CAP is Community
This is What We Do, This is Who We Are
Tri-CAP is a community action partnership that serves people living in the counties of Stearns, Benton, and Sherburne. We are committed to equity in access to our programs and services.
Our Community Impact
A total of 295,020 people live in this area, measuring 2,184.03 square miles according to the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2017-12 five-year estimates.
The population density for this area is estimated to be 135 persons per square mile, which is greater than the national average population density of 93 persons per square mile.
| Report Area | Total Population | Total Land Area (Sq Mi) | Population Density (Per Sq Mi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton County, MN | 295,020 | 2,184.03 | 135 |
| Sherburne County, MN | 41,087 | 408.30 | 101 |
| Stearns County, MN | 157,638 | 1,342.83 | 117 |
| Minnesota | 5,670,472 | 79,626.86 | 71 |
| United States | 329,725,481 | 3,533,041.03 | 93 |
Demographic Profile
| BENTON | SHERBURNE | STEARNS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total County Population | 40,476 | 96,015 | 159,788 |
| Percentage of Households Experiencing Poverty | 9% (1,485) | 6% (1,945) | 11% (6,639) |
| Demographic Makeup | |||
| White | 89% | 91% | 86% |
| Black or African American | 5% | 3% | 7% |
| American Indian & Alaskan Native | >1% | >1% | >1% |
| Asian | 1% | 1% | 2% |
| Two of More Races | 3% | 3% | 3% |
| Other | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Demographic Makeup - Served by Tri-CAP | |||
| White | 76% | 77% | 71% |
| Black or African American | 14% | 14% | 19% |
| American Indian & Alaskan Native | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Asian | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Two of More Races | 4% | 4% | 3% |
| Other | 2% | 1% | 1% |
| Unspecified | 2% | 2% | 3% |
| Services Provided to Households | |||
| Housing Assistance | 38 | 9 | 83 |
| Transportation - Public Transportation Rides Provided | 912 | 25,812 | 58,724 |
| Energy Assistance Program | 777 | 865 | 2,598 |
| Food - SNAP | 78 | 71 | 313 |
| Employment - Rebuilding LIves | 15 | 18 | 79 |
| Tax Filing Assistance | 170 | 78 | 517 |
| Weatherization Assistance | 28 | 23 | 73 |
Stop by for a Visit
Our main offices are in Waite Park, Minnesota. The public is always welcome to stop by and ask more about what we do and learn how we can help. We hope you take the time to investigate this site and learn more about us!
