Empire, Minnesota
Empire: Township in Dakota County, Minnesota
About
Empire is a township located in the county of Dakota in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,444 and a population density of 72 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,071 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Empire
| Population : | 3,071 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Dakota County |
| Area : | 33.8 km2 |
| Named for : | Empire State |
| Altitude : | 869 feet / 265 meters |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 04:41:56 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 91 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 20.42% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Empire is located at 44°39'33"N 93°0'53"W (44.6591300, -93.0146600).
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Demographics
The population of Empire increased by 20.42% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 2,444 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,504 | 2.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,551 | 1.84% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,629 | 2.97% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,732 | 3.77% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,780 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,925 | 4.96% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,032 | 3.53% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,079 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,084 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,071 | -0.42% | estimation process |
Schools in Empire
College & universities near Empire, MN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173416 | Dakota County Technical College | Rosemount (MN) | 55068-2999 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Empire, 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 |
| EUM | Eau Claire, WI | 6251 Traux Lane | BUS |
Post offices near Empire
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Vermillion Post Office | Vermillion (MN) | 55085 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Empire , California place in Stanislaus County, USA with a population of 4,189 people.
- Empire , Illinois township in McLean County, Illinois with a population of 4,024 people.
- Empire , Michigan human settlement in Leelanau County, Michigan, United States of America with a population of 375 people.
- Empire , Colorado Statutory Town in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States with a population of 302 people.
- Empire , Ohio village in Jefferson County, Ohio, United States with a population of 279 people.
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. |
| Eagan | 65,975 | 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 |
| 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
Empire distances to largest Minnesota cities
