Cedar Falls Population 2026
Cedar Falls has a population of 41,255, making it the #1073 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 213× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,255
Rank in United States
#1073
Coordinates
42.53°N, 92.45°W
~268 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,358 km
843 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Cedar Falls
- Waterloo68,460 people · ~9 km away
- Marshalltown27,620 people · ~65 km away
- Cedar Rapids130,405 people · ~88 km away
- Marion37,330 people · ~89 km away
- Mason City27,366 people · ~93 km away
- Newton15,125 people · ~105 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cedar Falls?
Cedar Falls has a population of 41,255 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1073 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cedar Falls in?
Cedar Falls is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Cedar Falls the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,358 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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