Ceres Population 2026
Ceres has a population of 47,963, making it the #919 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 184× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,963
Rank in United States
#919
Coordinates
37.59°N, 120.96°W
~28 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,801 km
2,360 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 Ceres
FAQ
What is the population of Ceres?
Ceres has a population of 47,963 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #919 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ceres in?
Ceres is located in California, United States.
Is Ceres the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,801 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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