Bridgeton Population 2026
Bridgeton has a population of 25,031, making it the #1876 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 352× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,031
Rank in United States
#1876
Coordinates
39.43°N, 75.23°W
~3 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
166 km
103 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Bridgeton
- Millville28,230 people · ~17 km away
- South Vineland58,122 people · ~18 km away
- Vineland60,818 people · ~19 km away
- Glassboro19,216 people · ~32 km away
- Williamstown15,567 people · ~35 km away
- Sewell37,433 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bridgeton?
Bridgeton has a population of 25,031 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1876 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bridgeton in?
Bridgeton is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Bridgeton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 166 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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