Bowie Population 2026
Bowie has a population of 58,025, making it the #723 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 152× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,025
Rank in United States
#723
Coordinates
38.94°N, 76.73°W
~42 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
27 km
17 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 Bowie
- Odenton37,132 people · ~16 km away
- Suitland-Silver Hill33,515 people · ~20 km away
- Annapolis40,812 people · ~21 km away
- Severna Park37,634 people · ~21 km away
- Severn44,231 people · ~22 km away
- Chillum33,513 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bowie?
Bowie has a population of 58,025 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #723 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bowie in?
Bowie is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Bowie the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 27 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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