Chambersburg Population 2026
Chambersburg has a population of 20,691, making it the #2299 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 426× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,691
Rank in United States
#2299
Coordinates
39.94°N, 77.66°W
~188 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
128 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
Cities near Chambersburg
- Hagerstown40,432 people · ~33 km away
- Carlisle19,143 people · ~50 km away
- Martinsburg17,700 people · ~59 km away
- Hanover15,496 people · ~60 km away
- Frederick69,479 people · ~62 km away
- Ballenger Creek18,274 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chambersburg?
Chambersburg has a population of 20,691 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2299 biggest city in United States.
What state is Chambersburg in?
Chambersburg is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Chambersburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 128 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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