Prior Lake Population 2026
Prior Lake has a population of 25,282, making it the #1854 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 348× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,282
Rank in United States
#1854
Coordinates
44.71°N, 93.42°W
~289 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,501 km
932 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 Prior Lake
- Savage30,391 people · ~10 km away
- Shakopee39,981 people · ~13 km away
- Burnsville61,481 people · ~13 km away
- Lakeville60,633 people · ~16 km away
- Apple Valley51,221 people · ~16 km away
- Chaska25,199 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Prior Lake?
Prior Lake has a population of 25,282 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1854 biggest city in United States.
What state is Prior Lake in?
Prior Lake is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Prior Lake the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,501 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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