Bear Population 2026
Bear has a population of 19,371, making it the #2454 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Delaware. It is about 455× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,371
Rank in United States
#2454
Coordinates
39.63°N, 75.66°W
~21 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
144 km
89 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Delaware
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 70,898 | #545 |
| Dover | 39,403 | #1135 |
| Newark | 33,817 | #1357 |
| Middletown | 20,372 | #2332 |
Cities near Bear
- Newark33,817 people · ~10 km away
- Elkton15,782 people · ~15 km away
- Wilmington70,898 people · ~16 km away
- Middletown20,372 people · ~21 km away
- Chester34,092 people · ~35 km away
- West Chester19,842 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bear?
Bear has a population of 19,371 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2454 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bear in?
Bear is located in Delaware, United States.
Is Bear the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 144 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.
← All biggest cities in United States · United States population by year