Elysian (/ɛˈliːzjən/ el-EE-zyən)[4] is a city in Le Sueur and Waseca counties in the U.S. state of Minnesota.

[5][failed verification] The city is distinct from Elysian Township.

Elysian was platted in 1856, and named for Elysium in Greek mythology.

[8][failed verification] The population density was 590 inhabitants per square mile (227.8/km2).

27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Asian, and 2.8% from two or more races.

27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

29.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.