Bridgewater Population 2026
Bridgewater has a population of 44,464, making it the #986 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 198× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,464
Rank in United States
#986
Coordinates
40.60°N, 74.65°W
~57 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
279 km
173 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 Bridgewater
- Hillsborough38,303 people · ~14 km away
- Basking Ridge21,424 people · ~14 km away
- Somerset22,083 people · ~18 km away
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~19 km away
- Plainfield51,217 people · ~21 km away
- New Brunswick57,035 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bridgewater?
Bridgewater has a population of 44,464 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #986 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bridgewater in?
Bridgewater is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Bridgewater the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 279 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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