Bethlehem Population 2026
Bethlehem has a population of 74,892, making it the #502 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 118× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,892
Rank in United States
#502
Coordinates
40.63°N, 75.37°W
~109 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
| Lancaster | 59,339 | #695 |
Cities near Bethlehem
- Allentown120,207 people · ~10 km away
- Whitehall Township24,896 people · ~12 km away
- Easton26,915 people · ~14 km away
- Limerick18,074 people · ~46 km away
- Pottstown22,664 people · ~48 km away
- Norristown34,412 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bethlehem?
Bethlehem has a population of 74,892 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #502 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bethlehem in?
Bethlehem is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Bethlehem the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 239 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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