Burnsville Population 2026
Burnsville has a population of 61,481, making it the #655 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 143× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,481
Rank in United States
#655
Coordinates
44.77°N, 93.28°W
~296 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,492 km
927 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 |
| Bloomington | 86,435 | #410 |
| Duluth | 86,110 | #413 |
| Brooklyn Park | 79,149 | #464 |
| Plymouth | 75,907 | #492 |
| Maple Grove | 68,385 | #563 |
Cities near Burnsville
- Savage30,391 people · ~5 km away
- Apple Valley51,221 people · ~6 km away
- Bloomington86,435 people · ~8 km away
- Eagan66,286 people · ~10 km away
- Prior Lake25,282 people · ~13 km away
- Lakeville60,633 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Burnsville?
Burnsville has a population of 61,481 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #655 biggest city in United States.
What state is Burnsville in?
Burnsville is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Burnsville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,492 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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