Northfield Population 2026
Northfield has a population of 20,380, making it the #2329 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 432× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,380
Rank in United States
#2329
Coordinates
44.46°N, 93.16°W
~278 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,472 km
914 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 Northfield
- Faribault23,650 people · ~20 km away
- Lakeville60,633 people · ~22 km away
- Apple Valley51,221 people · ~31 km away
- Prior Lake25,282 people · ~35 km away
- Burnsville61,481 people · ~36 km away
- Savage30,391 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Northfield?
Northfield has a population of 20,380 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2329 biggest city in United States.
What state is Northfield in?
Northfield is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Northfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,472 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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