Bloomington Population 2026
Bloomington has a population of 78,292, making it the #470 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 112× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,292
Rank in United States
#470
Coordinates
40.48°N, 88.99°W
~243 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,037 km
644 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Bloomington
- Normal54,373 people · ~3 km away
- Morton16,306 people · ~42 km away
- Washington16,664 people · ~43 km away
- East Peoria23,080 people · ~54 km away
- Peoria115,070 people · ~55 km away
- Pekin33,223 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bloomington?
Bloomington has a population of 78,292 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #470 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bloomington in?
Bloomington is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Bloomington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,037 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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