Elk River Population 2026
Elk River has a population of 23,963, making it the #1981 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 367× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,963
Rank in United States
#1981
Coordinates
45.30°N, 93.57°W
~273 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,535 km
953 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 Elk River
- Otsego15,551 people · ~4 km away
- Ramsey25,828 people · ~10 km away
- Saint Michael16,399 people · ~13 km away
- Andover32,213 people · ~23 km away
- Maple Grove68,385 people · ~27 km away
- Buffalo16,026 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elk River?
Elk River has a population of 23,963 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1981 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elk River in?
Elk River is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Elk River the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,535 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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