Clinton Population 2026
Clinton has a population of 26,064, making it the #1803 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 338× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,064
Rank in United States
#1803
Coordinates
41.84°N, 90.19°W
~179 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,160 km
720 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Clinton
- Sterling15,057 people · ~41 km away
- East Moline21,350 people · ~44 km away
- Bettendorf35,505 people · ~45 km away
- Moline42,681 people · ~46 km away
- Davenport102,582 people · ~48 km away
- Rock Island38,620 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Clinton?
Clinton has a population of 26,064 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1803 biggest city in United States.
What state is Clinton in?
Clinton is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Clinton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,160 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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