Chula Vista Population 2026
Chula Vista has a population of 265,757, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
265,757
Rank in United States
#76
Coordinates
32.64°N, 117.08°W
~21 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,650 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 Chula Vista
FAQ
What is the population of Chula Vista?
Chula Vista has a population of 265,757 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in United States.
What state is Chula Vista in?
Chula Vista is located in California, United States.
Is Chula Vista the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,650 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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