Elevation
Highest point in Minnesota
The highest point in Minnesota is Eagle Mountain, at 2,302 feet (702 meters) above sea level. It ranks 37th among the 50 state high points.
From Lake Superior to Eagle Mountain
Minnesota spans about 1,701 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 1.76 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 211 °F at the bottom boils at about 208 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Minnesota · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Minnesota
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 1,024 | 312 |
| Minneapolis, MN | 830 | 253 |
| Saint Paul, MN | 794 | 242 |
| Duluth, MN | 702 | 214 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Minnesota?
The highest point in Minnesota is Eagle Mountain, at 2,302 feet (702 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 37th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Minnesota?
The lowest point is Lake Superior, at 601 ft.
What is the average elevation of Minnesota?
The mean elevation of Minnesota is about 1,201 feet (366 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Eagle Mountain?
On a standard day about 27.51 inHg (932 hPa), 92% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 208 °F (98 °C).