Arroyo Grande Population 2026
Arroyo Grande has a population of 18,108, making it the #2636 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 486× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,108
Rank in United States
#2636
Coordinates
35.12°N, 120.59°W
~36 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,854 km
2,393 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Arroyo Grande
- Nipomo16,714 people · ~13 km away
- San Luis Obispo47,339 people · ~19 km away
- Santa Maria105,093 people · ~23 km away
- Orcutt28,905 people · ~31 km away
- Atascadero29,819 people · ~42 km away
- Lompoc44,164 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arroyo Grande?
Arroyo Grande has a population of 18,108 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2636 biggest city in United States.
What state is Arroyo Grande in?
Arroyo Grande is located in California, United States.
Is Arroyo Grande the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,854 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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