Red Wing Population 2026
Red Wing has a population of 16,445, making it the #2855 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. It is about 535× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,445
Rank in United States
#2855
Coordinates
44.56°N, 92.53°W
~226 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,429 km
887 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 Red Wing
- River Falls15,269 people · ~34 km away
- Cottage Grove35,918 people · ~44 km away
- Northfield20,380 people · ~51 km away
- Inver Grove Heights34,857 people · ~51 km away
- Woodbury67,855 people · ~52 km away
- Oakdale28,080 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Red Wing?
Red Wing has a population of 16,445 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2855 biggest city in United States.
What state is Red Wing in?
Red Wing is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Red Wing the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,429 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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