Basking Ridge Population 2026
Basking Ridge has a population of 21,424, making it the #2214 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 411× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,424
Rank in United States
#2214
Coordinates
40.71°N, 74.55°W
~101 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Basking Ridge
- Morristown18,594 people · ~12 km away
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~13 km away
- Bridgewater44,464 people · ~14 km away
- Plainfield51,217 people · ~14 km away
- Randolph25,734 people · ~16 km away
- Westfield30,548 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Basking Ridge?
Basking Ridge has a population of 21,424 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2214 biggest city in United States.
What state is Basking Ridge in?
Basking Ridge is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Basking Ridge the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 293 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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