Ashland Population 2026
Ashland has a population of 20,317, making it the #2338 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Ohio. It is about 433× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,317
Rank in United States
#2338
Coordinates
40.87°N, 82.32°W
~325 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
501 km
311 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ohio
Cities near Ashland
FAQ
What is the population of Ashland?
Ashland has a population of 20,317 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2338 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ashland in?
Ashland is located in Ohio, United States.
Is Ashland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 501 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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