Bloomington Population 2026
Bloomington has a population of 86,435, making it the #410 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 102× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
86,435
Rank in United States
#410
Coordinates
44.84°N, 93.30°W
~252 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,496 km
929 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Minnesota
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 410,939 | #48 |
| Saint Paul | 303,176 | #66 |
| Rochester | 112,225 | #269 |
| Duluth | 86,110 | #413 |
| Brooklyn Park | 79,149 | #464 |
| Plymouth | 75,907 | #492 |
| Maple Grove | 68,385 | #563 |
| Woodbury | 67,855 | #568 |
Cities near Bloomington
- Savage30,391 people · ~7 km away
- Burnsville61,481 people · ~8 km away
- Eagan66,286 people · ~11 km away
- Apple Valley51,221 people · ~14 km away
- Minneapolis410,939 people · ~16 km away
- Prior Lake25,282 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bloomington?
Bloomington has a population of 86,435 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #410 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bloomington in?
Bloomington is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Bloomington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,496 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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