Baltimore Population 2026
Baltimore has a population of 585,708, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
585,708
Rank in United States
#30
Coordinates
39.29°N, 76.61°W
~10 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
57 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
| Rockville | 66,980 | #579 |
Cities near Baltimore
FAQ
What is the population of Baltimore?
Baltimore has a population of 585,708 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in United States.
What state is Baltimore in?
Baltimore is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Baltimore the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 57 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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