Citrus Heights Population 2026
Citrus Heights has a population of 87,056, making it the #405 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 101× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
87,056
Rank in United States
#405
Coordinates
38.71°N, 121.28°W
~50 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,795 km
2,357 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 Citrus Heights
- Roseville130,269 people · ~5 km away
- Folsom76,375 people · ~10 km away
- Rocklin61,213 people · ~10 km away
- Granite Bay20,402 people · ~12 km away
- Arden-Arcade92,186 people · ~14 km away
- El Dorado Hills42,108 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Citrus Heights?
Citrus Heights has a population of 87,056 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #405 biggest city in United States.
What state is Citrus Heights in?
Citrus Heights is located in California, United States.
Is Citrus Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,795 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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