Dakota County
Minnesota
Population
453,156
Area
569.58 sq mi
Cities
22
Density
796/sq mi
Overview
Dakota County is located in Minnesota with a population of 453,156 residents and covers an area of 569.58 sq mi. The county includes 22 cities, including Lakeville, Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Inver Grove Heights and others.
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Cities in Dakota County
Dakota County includes the following 22 cities and communities:
- •Lakeville(77,971 residents)•Website
- •Eagan(67,240 residents)•Website
- •Burnsville
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Additional Information
For comprehensive county information, demographics, and detailed statistics, visit the Minnesota Counties Directory.
Last updated: December 18, 2025.