Eagan, Minnesota
Eagan: The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. It is located on the Minnesota River in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Eagan is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Eagan Civic Center and the Eagan Library.
About
Eagan is a city located in the county of Dakota in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 64,206 and a population density of 741 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 65,975 inhabitants.
The city was created 165 years ago in 1859.
Quick Facts about Eagan
| Population : | 65,975 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Dakota County |
| Postal code : | 55122 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 651 |
| Area : | 86.69 km2 |
| Altitude : | 945 feet / 288 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1860 (165 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 17:48:12 (12th July 2025) |
| Density : | 761 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 2.68% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Eagan is located at 44°48'15"N 93°10'1"W (44.8041300, -93.1668900).
Eagan map
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- Official Website
Official website of Eagan
Demographics
The population of Eagan increased by 2.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 64,206 | - | census |
| 2011 | 64,488 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 64,878 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 65,403 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 65,996 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 66,212 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 66,328 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 66,594 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 66,472 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 66,372 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 65,975 | -0.6% | estimation process |
People born in Eagan (9)
People born in Eagan, including ice hockey player Dan Bjornlie, ice hockey player Natalie Darwitz, Native leader Big Eagle, .
List
- Doug Wardlow (former member of the Minnesota House of Representatives) he was born in 03/07/1978
- Joseph LaBate (American ice hockey player) he was born in 16/04/1993
- Rob Rankin (American ice hockey player) he was born in 27/04/1982
- Ryan Kees (Player of American football) he was born in 02/04/1986
- Nicholas David (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1981
- Zach Zenner (American gridiron football player) he was born in 13/09/1991
Schools in Eagan
College & universities near Eagan, MN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173799 | Inver Hills Community College | Inver Grove Heights (MN) | 55076-3224 |
| 174978 | Empire Beauty School-Bloomington | Bloomington (MN) | 55420-4232 |
| 173416 | Dakota County Technical College | Rosemount (MN) | 55068-2999 |
| 172866 | Academy College | Bloomington (MN) | 55431-1411 |
| 174507 | Northwestern Health Sciences University | Bloomington (MN) | 55431 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Eagan, MN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP | Saint Paul Union Depot | Midway Station | RAIL |
| RDW | Red Wing station | 420 Levee Street | RAIL |
| MNM | Menomonie, WI | 302 10th Avenue East | BUS |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Eagan
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cliff Lak Post Office | Saint Paul (MN) | 55122 |
| Eagan Post Office | Eagan (MN) | 55121 |
| Rosemoun Post Office | Rosemount (MN) | 55068 |
| Mendota Post Office | Mendota (MN) | 55150 |
| Apple Valley Post Office | Saint Paul (MN) | 55124 |
Other cities in Dakota County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dakota County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeville | 69,583 | The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. |
| Burnsville | 62,170 | The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota. |
| Apple Valley | 54,847 | A city in Dakota County, Minnesota. |
| Inver Grove Heights | 35,776 | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States |
| Rosemount | 25,798 | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States |
| South Saint Paul | 19,916 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| West Saint Paul | 19,813 | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States |
| Mendota Heights | 11,433 | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Empire | 3,071 | Township in Dakota County, Minnesota |
| Castle Rock | 1,356 | Unincorporated community in Minnesota, United States |
| Vermillion | 1,235 | Township in Dakota County, Minnesota |
| Nininger | 922 | Township in Dakota County, Minnesota |
| Hampton | 920 | City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States |
| Lilydale | 838 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Randolph | 753 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Rich Valley | 677 | Township in McLeod County, Minnesota |
Distance to Other Cities
Eagan distances to largest Minnesota cities
