Minnesota, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 5,657,342 inhabitants. The state was created 166 years ago in 1858. Its capital city is Saint Paul.
Minneapolis, The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," Minnesota is filled with scenic natural beauty, but also home to a diverse collection of welcoming towns and bustling urban hubs. With a population of over 5.6 million, Minnesota offers both outdoor adventure and Midwest cosmopolitan flair across its nearly 87,000 square miles. Some can't-miss cities and towns in Minnesota include:
Minneapolis - The Twin Cities anchor, Minneapolis is Minnesota's largest and most vibrant city. It boasts world-class arts and culture, professional sports teams, dining varietals, and outdoor attractions like the Chain of Lakes and Minnehaha Falls.
St. Paul - Minneapolis' twin city across the Mississippi River, St. Paul has a rich history showcased at landmarks like the Cathedral of St. Paul and Victorian homes on Summit Avenue. It's known as Minnesota's cultural capital.
Rochester - Home of the famous Mayo Clinic, Rochester is a medicine and bioscience hub with a highly-educated workforce. When not getting treated, visitors can enjoy the town's museums, parks, and breweries.
Duluth - Situated on the shores of Lake Superior and filled with old warehouse buildings, Duluth has a charming harbor town vibe. It serves as a major Great Lakes port and offers access to sailing, fishing, and the scenic North Shore.
Stillwater - This historic river town on the St. Croix oozes small town charm with its brick buildings, riverboat cruises, and quaint shops and cafes. Visitors can also embrace the outdoors along the Gateway State Trail.
Grand Marais - On the North Shore of Lake Superior, Grand Marais is remote and isolated but filled with breathtaking beauty. It's known for Boundary Waters canoeing, hiking, and its thriving local arts scene.
From the cosmopolitan Twin Cities to the rugged North Shore, Minnesota's welcoming and lively towns showcase everything the state has to offer visitors.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Minnesota.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Minneapolis | The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture. | Hennepin | 433,111 |
Saint Paul | The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. | Ramsey | 306,717 |
Bloomington | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 84,583 |
Plymouth | The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 79,635 |
Brooklyn Park | The third most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 79,574 |
Woodbury | The most populous city in Washington County, Minnesota. | Carlton | 74,255 |
Maple Grove | The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 72,881 |
Lakeville | The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. | Dakota | 69,583 |
Saint Cloud | City in Minnesota | Stearns | 68,510 |
Blaine | A city in Anoka County, Minnesota. | Anoka | 66,697 |
Eagan | The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. | Dakota | 65,975 |
Eden Prairie | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 64,894 |
Co on Rapids | The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota. | Anoka | 62,935 |
West Co on Rapids | A city in Anoka County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 62,528 |
Burnsville | The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. | Dakota | 62,170 |
Minnetonka | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 55,370 |
Apple Valley | A city in Dakota County, Minnesota. | Dakota | 54,847 |
Edina | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 52,477 |
Minnetonka Mills | A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 50,117 |
Saint Louis Park | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. | Hennepin | 48,821 |
Mankato | The largest city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. | Blue Earth | 43,435 |
Shakopee | A city in Scott County, Minnesota. | Scott | 43,020 |
Maplewood | A city in Ramsey County, Minnesota. | Ramsey | 40,653 |
Cottage Grove | City in Minnesota, United States | Washington | 38,170 |
Richfield | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States | Hennepin | 36,237 |
Roseville | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States | Ramsey | 36,178 |
Inver Grove Heights | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States | Dakota | 35,776 |
Savage | City in Minnesota | Scott | 32,858 |
Brooklyn Center | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 30,253 |
Ramsey | City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 28,523 |
Fridley | City in Anoka County, Minnesota, USA | Anoka | 27,857 |
Oakdale | City in Stanislaus County, California, United States | Washington | 27,773 |
Prior Lake | City in Minnesota, United States | Scott | 27,317 |
Chaska | City in Minnesota | Carver | 27,272 |
Shoreview | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US | Ramsey | 27,092 |
Chanhassen | City in Minnesota, United States | Carver | 26,546 |
Winona | City in Minnesota, United States | Winona | 26,545 |
Rosemount | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States | Dakota | 25,798 |
Elk River | City in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States | Sherburne | 25,601 |
Champlin | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 25,049 |
Faribault | City in Minnesota, United States of America | Rice | 23,905 |
New Brighton | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States | Ramsey | 22,793 |
Crystal | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States | Hennepin | 22,581 |
Lino Lakes | City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 22,427 |
Forest Lake | City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States | Washington | 21,285 |
New Hope | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 20,641 |
Columbia Heights | City in Anoka County, Minnesota | Anoka | 20,381 |
South Saint Paul | City in Minnesota, United States | Dakota | 19,916 |
West Saint Paul | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States | Dakota | 19,813 |
Otsego | City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States | Wright | 18,887 |
Saint Michael | City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States | Wright | 18,437 |
Hopkins | University in Baltimore, Maryland, United States | Hennepin | 18,208 |
Anoka | City in and county seat of Anoka County, Minnesota | Anoka | 17,517 |
Ham Lake | City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 16,943 |
Sartell | City in Minnesota, United States | Stearns | 16,577 |
Red Wing | City in Minnesota, United States | Goodhue | 16,416 |
Hibbing | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States | Saint Louis | 15,716 |
Hugo | City in Minnesota, United States | Washington | 15,452 |
Robbinsdale | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 14,190 |
North Mankato | City in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States of America | Nicollet | 14,052 |
Vadnais Heights | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States of America | Ramsey | 13,796 |
Rogers | City in Minnesota, United States | Hennepin | 13,623 |
Brainerd | City in Minnesota | Crow Wing | 13,449 |
Mounds View | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States | Ramsey | 13,446 |
New Ulm | City in Minnesota, USA | Brown | 13,141 |
North Saint Paul | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota | Ramsey | 12,416 |
East Bethel | City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 12,102 |
Saint Peter | City in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States | Nicollet | 12,033 |
Cloquet | City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States | Carlton | 12,014 |
Mendota Heights | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America | Dakota | 11,433 |
Grand Rapids | City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States | Itasca | 11,219 |
Victoria | City in Minnesota, United States | Carver | 10,667 |
Little Canada | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota | Ramsey | 10,335 |
Arden Hills | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US | Ramsey | 10,196 |
Hermantown | City in St. | Saint Louis | 9,504 |
Lake Elmo | City in Washington County, Minnesota | Washington | 9,280 |
Detroit Lakes | City in Minnesota, United States | Becker | 9,255 |
Oak Grove | City in Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 9,027 |
Waseca | City in Minnesota | Waseca | 8,835 |
Thief River Falls | City in Pennington County, Minnesota, USA | Pennington | 8,688 |
Minnetrista | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US | Hennepin | 8,505 |
East Grand Forks | City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America | Polk | 8,401 |
Orono | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US | Hennepin | 8,348 |
Virginia | City in St. | Saint Louis | 8,299 |
Mahtomedi | City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States of America | Washington | 8,276 |
Big Lake | City in Texas, USA | Sherburne | 8,134 |
Shorewood | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 8,098 |
Wyoming | City in Minnesota, United States | Chisago | 8,084 |
Saint Francis | City in Anoka and Isanti counties, Minnesota, United States | Anoka | 8,065 |
Waite Park | City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States | Stearns | 7,796 |
Saint Joseph | City in Minnesota, United States | Stearns | 7,763 |
Albertville | City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States | Wright | 7,547 |
Medina | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States | Hennepin | 6,749 |
Corcoran | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota | Hennepin | 6,607 |
Kasson | City in Minnesota, United States | Dodge | 6,530 |
Jordan | City in Scott County, Minnesota, United States | Lake | 6,420 |
Delano | City in Minnesota, United States | Wright | 6,353 |
Zimmerman | City in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States | Sherburne | 6,135 |
Stewartville | City in Minnesota, United States | Olmsted | 6,095 |
Jordan | City in Scott County, Minnesota, United States | Scott | 6,076 |