Carlsbad Population 2026
Carlsbad has a population of 114,746, making it the #260 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 77× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
114,746
Rank in United States
#260
Coordinates
33.16°N, 117.35°W
~16 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,651 km
2,267 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Carlsbad
FAQ
What is the population of Carlsbad?
Carlsbad has a population of 114,746 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #260 biggest city in United States.
What state is Carlsbad in?
Carlsbad is located in California, United States.
Is Carlsbad the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,651 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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