Berkeley Population 2026
Berkeley has a population of 120,972, making it the #242 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 73× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
120,972
Rank in United States
#242
Coordinates
37.87°N, 122.27°W
~52 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,904 km
2,424 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 Berkeley
- Oakland419,267 people · ~7 km away
- Richmond109,708 people · ~10 km away
- San Francisco827,526 people · ~17 km away
- Bayview-Hunters Point34,835 people · ~19 km away
- San Leandro90,712 people · ~19 km away
- Benicia28,167 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Berkeley?
Berkeley has a population of 120,972 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #242 biggest city in United States.
What state is Berkeley in?
Berkeley is located in California, United States.
Is Berkeley the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,904 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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