Owatonna Population 2026
Owatonna has a population of 25,725, making it the #1825 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 342× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,725
Rank in United States
#1825
Coordinates
44.08°N, 93.23°W
~351 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,464 km
909 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 Owatonna
- Faribault23,650 people · ~24 km away
- Northfield20,380 people · ~42 km away
- Albert Lea17,674 people · ~50 km away
- Austin24,563 people · ~51 km away
- Rochester112,225 people · ~61 km away
- Lakeville60,633 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Owatonna?
Owatonna has a population of 25,725 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1825 biggest city in United States.
What state is Owatonna in?
Owatonna is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Owatonna the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,464 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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