Chandler Population 2026
Chandler has a population of 260,828, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
260,828
Rank in United States
#80
Coordinates
33.31°N, 111.84°W
~370 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,168 km
1,967 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Chandler
- Gilbert247,542 people · ~7 km away
- Mesa471,825 people · ~13 km away
- Tempe175,826 people · ~14 km away
- Tempe Junction158,368 people · ~15 km away
- Scottsdale236,839 people · ~23 km away
- Phoenix1,650,070 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chandler?
Chandler has a population of 260,828 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in United States.
What state is Chandler in?
Chandler is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Chandler the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,168 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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