Bethesda Population 2026
Bethesda has a population of 60,858, making it the #664 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 145× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,858
Rank in United States
#664
Coordinates
38.98°N, 77.10°W
~97 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Bethesda
- Silver Spring71,452 people · ~7 km away
- Mount Pleasant35,842 people · ~8 km away
- Central 14th Street / Spring Road25,899 people · ~8 km away
- Pleasant Plains21,174 people · ~8 km away
- McLean48,115 people · ~8 km away
- Columbia Heights38,000 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bethesda?
Bethesda has a population of 60,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #664 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bethesda in?
Bethesda is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Bethesda the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 11 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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