Delaware Population 2026
Delaware has a population of 37,995, making it the #1181 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Ohio. It is about 232× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,995
Rank in United States
#1181
Coordinates
40.30°N, 83.07°W
~265 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
540 km
335 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ohio
Cities near Delaware
- Westerville38,384 people · ~23 km away
- Dublin45,098 people · ~23 km away
- Marysville22,817 people · ~26 km away
- Marion36,363 people · ~33 km away
- Columbus913,175 people · ~38 km away
- Reynoldsburg37,158 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Delaware?
Delaware has a population of 37,995 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1181 biggest city in United States.
What state is Delaware in?
Delaware is located in Ohio, United States.
Is Delaware the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 540 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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