Auburn Population 2026
Auburn has a population of 62,059, making it the #651 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alabama. It is about 142× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
62,059
Rank in United States
#651
Coordinates
32.61°N, 85.48°W
~215 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,033 km
641 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alabama
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 215,006 | #108 |
| Birmingham | 196,357 | #129 |
| Montgomery | 195,287 | #130 |
| Mobile | 183,289 | #141 |
| Tuscaloosa | 111,338 | #273 |
| Hoover | 84,848 | #421 |
| Dothan | 68,567 | #561 |
| Decatur | 55,437 | #764 |
Cities near Auburn
- Opelika29,527 people · ~10 km away
- Phenix City37,570 people · ~48 km away
- Columbus206,922 people · ~49 km away
- LaGrange29,588 people · ~64 km away
- Montgomery195,287 people · ~81 km away
- Millbrook15,314 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Auburn?
Auburn has a population of 62,059 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #651 biggest city in United States.
What state is Auburn in?
Auburn is located in Alabama, United States.
Is Auburn the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,033 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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