Quick Facts
CapitalSt. Paul
Largest CityMinneapolis
Population5,100,958
Per Capita Income$32,791
NicknameNorth Star State
StatehoodMay 11, 1858
State BirdCommon Loon
State FlowerShowy Lady's-Slipper
State TreeRed Pine
State SongHail! Minnesota
Geography
Land Area79,617 sq mi
Water Area7,326 sq mi
Total Area86,943 sq mi
RegionMidwest
About Minnesota
Minnesota, known as the “North Star State,” has a population of 5,100,958 and a per capita income of $32,791. The state capital is St. Paul and the largest city is Minneapolis. Minnesota joined the Union on May 11, 1858 and covers 86,943 square miles across the Midwest region. Explore 164 cities and towns across Minnesota with detailed data on demographics, crime rates, cost of living, schools, weather, and more.
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