Batavia Population 2026
Batavia has a population of 26,495, making it the #1770 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 332× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,495
Rank in United States
#1770
Coordinates
41.85°N, 88.31°W
~218 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,009 km
627 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Batavia
- St. Charles32,974 people · ~7 km away
- Aurora200,661 people · ~10 km away
- Naperville147,100 people · ~15 km away
- Wheaton53,715 people · ~17 km away
- Oswego33,955 people · ~19 km away
- Elgin112,111 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Batavia?
Batavia has a population of 26,495 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1770 biggest city in United States.
What state is Batavia in?
Batavia is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Batavia the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,009 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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