Dayton Population 2026
Dayton has a population of 135,512, making it the #207 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Ohio. It is about 65× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
135,512
Rank in United States
#207
Coordinates
39.76°N, 84.19°W
~225 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
623 km
387 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ohio
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 913,175 | #14 |
| Cleveland | 365,379 | #52 |
| Cincinnati | 311,097 | #62 |
| Toledo | 265,638 | #77 |
| Akron | 197,542 | #127 |
| Parma | 79,937 | #458 |
| Canton | 71,885 | #530 |
| Youngstown | 64,628 | #614 |
Cities near Dayton
- Riverside24,972 people · ~6 km away
- Kettering55,525 people · ~8 km away
- Huber Heights38,176 people · ~11 km away
- Trotwood24,096 people · ~11 km away
- Beavercreek46,277 people · ~12 km away
- Fairborn33,452 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dayton?
Dayton has a population of 135,512 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #207 biggest city in United States.
What state is Dayton in?
Dayton is located in Ohio, United States.
Is Dayton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 623 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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