Albuquerque Population 2026
Albuquerque has a population of 564,559, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
564,559
Rank in United States
#31
Coordinates
35.08°N, 106.65°W
~1,511 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,652 km
1,647 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | 101,643 | #316 |
| Rio Rancho | 87,521 | #396 |
| Enchanted Hills | 87,521 | #397 |
| Santa Fe | 87,505 | #398 |
| Roswell | 48,544 | #908 |
| Farmington | 42,871 | #1029 |
| South Valley | 40,976 | #1085 |
| Clovis | 39,480 | #1130 |
Cities near Albuquerque
- South Valley40,976 people · ~9 km away
- Rio Rancho87,521 people · ~17 km away
- Enchanted Hills87,521 people · ~29 km away
- Los Lunas15,336 people · ~32 km away
- Santa Fe87,505 people · ~93 km away
- Gallup23,240 people · ~196 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has a population of 564,559 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in United States.
What state is Albuquerque in?
Albuquerque is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is Albuquerque the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,652 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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