Benicia Population 2026
Benicia has a population of 28,167, making it the #1659 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 313× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,167
Rank in United States
#1659
Coordinates
38.05°N, 122.16°W
~8 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,888 km
2,414 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Benicia
FAQ
What is the population of Benicia?
Benicia has a population of 28,167 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1659 biggest city in United States.
What state is Benicia in?
Benicia is located in California, United States.
Is Benicia the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,888 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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