Clinton Population 2026
Clinton has a population of 35,970, making it the #1266 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 245× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,970
Rank in United States
#1266
Coordinates
38.77°N, 76.90°W
~76 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Clinton
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor35,355 people · ~7 km away
- Suitland-Silver Hill33,515 people · ~9 km away
- Alexandria159,467 people · ~14 km away
- Waldorf67,752 people · ~16 km away
- H Street NE21,480 people · ~17 km away
- St. Charles33,379 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Clinton?
Clinton has a population of 35,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1266 biggest city in United States.
What state is Clinton in?
Clinton is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Clinton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 19 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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