Cortland Population 2026
Cortland has a population of 18,907, making it the #2534 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 466× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,907
Rank in United States
#2534
Coordinates
42.60°N, 76.18°W
~344 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
418 km
260 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Cortland
FAQ
What is the population of Cortland?
Cortland has a population of 18,907 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2534 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cortland in?
Cortland is located in New York, United States.
Is Cortland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 418 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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