Atascadero Population 2026
Atascadero has a population of 29,819, making it the #1561 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 295× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,819
Rank in United States
#1561
Coordinates
35.49°N, 120.67°W
~268 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,847 km
2,389 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 Atascadero
- Paso Robles27,157 people · ~15 km away
- San Luis Obispo47,339 people · ~23 km away
- Arroyo Grande18,108 people · ~42 km away
- Nipomo16,714 people · ~53 km away
- Santa Maria105,093 people · ~63 km away
- Orcutt28,905 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Atascadero?
Atascadero has a population of 29,819 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1561 biggest city in United States.
What state is Atascadero in?
Atascadero is located in California, United States.
Is Atascadero the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,847 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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