Mankato Population 2026
Mankato has a population of 41,044, making it the #1081 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 215× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,044
Rank in United States
#1081
Coordinates
44.16°N, 94.01°W
~253 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,526 km
948 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 Mankato
- Faribault23,650 people · ~61 km away
- Owatonna25,725 people · ~63 km away
- Northfield20,380 people · ~75 km away
- Albert Lea17,674 people · ~77 km away
- Chaska25,199 people · ~77 km away
- Prior Lake25,282 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mankato?
Mankato has a population of 41,044 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1081 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mankato in?
Mankato is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Mankato the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,526 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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