Arlington Population 2026
Arlington has a population of 207,627, making it the #113 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
207,627
Rank in United States
#113
Coordinates
38.88°N, 77.10°W
~71 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
6 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
| Hampton | 137,148 | #204 |
Cities near Arlington
- Foggy Bottom22,146 people · ~4 km away
- Washington689,545 people · ~6 km away
- Downtown DC52,560 people · ~7 km away
- Mount Pleasant35,842 people · ~8 km away
- Mount Vernon Triangle21,897 people · ~8 km away
- Columbia Heights38,000 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arlington?
Arlington has a population of 207,627 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #113 biggest city in United States.
What state is Arlington in?
Arlington is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Arlington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 6 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.
← All biggest cities in United States · United States population by year