Ashland Population 2026
Ashland has a population of 20,861, making it the #2276 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oregon. It is about 422× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,861
Rank in United States
#2276
Coordinates
42.19°N, 122.71°W
~593 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,830 km
2,378 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oregon
Cities near Ashland
- Medford79,805 people · ~20 km away
- Central Point17,995 people · ~26 km away
- Grants Pass37,088 people · ~58 km away
- Klamath Falls21,399 people · ~76 km away
- Altamont19,257 people · ~80 km away
- Roseburg22,114 people · ~125 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ashland?
Ashland has a population of 20,861 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2276 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ashland in?
Ashland is located in Oregon, United States.
Is Ashland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,830 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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