Atlanta Population 2026
Atlanta has a population of 510,823, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
510,823
Rank in United States
#36
Coordinates
33.75°N, 84.39°W
~320 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
872 km
542 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
| Johns Creek | 83,335 | #430 |
Cities near Atlanta
- Brookhaven51,910 people · ~13 km away
- Forest Park19,383 people · ~14 km away
- Chamblee28,244 people · ~18 km away
- Smyrna56,146 people · ~19 km away
- Sandy Springs105,330 people · ~20 km away
- Mableton37,115 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Atlanta?
Atlanta has a population of 510,823 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in United States.
What state is Atlanta in?
Atlanta is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Atlanta the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 872 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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