Saint Paul Population 2026
Saint Paul has a population of 303,176, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Minnesota. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
303,176
Rank in United States
#66
Coordinates
44.94°N, 93.09°W
~242 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,485 km
922 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Minnesota
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 410,939 | #48 |
| 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 |
| Woodbury | 67,855 | #568 |
Cities near Saint Paul
- Maplewood40,567 people · ~8 km away
- Roseville35,580 people · ~8 km away
- Oakdale28,080 people · ~10 km away
- Woodbury67,855 people · ~11 km away
- Inver Grove Heights34,857 people · ~11 km away
- Minneapolis410,939 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saint Paul?
Saint Paul has a population of 303,176 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in United States.
What state is Saint Paul in?
Saint Paul is located in Minnesota, United States.
Is Saint Paul the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,485 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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