Detroit Population 2026
Detroit has a population of 645,705, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
645,705
Rank in United States
#26
Coordinates
42.33°N, 83.05°W
~183 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
635 km
394 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
| Dearborn | 95,171 | #347 |
Cities near Detroit
- Dearborn95,171 people · ~11 km away
- Warren134,056 people · ~18 km away
- Southfield73,156 people · ~21 km away
- Saint Clair Shores59,715 people · ~22 km away
- Livonia94,635 people · ~26 km away
- Sterling Heights132,052 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Detroit?
Detroit has a population of 645,705 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in United States.
What state is Detroit in?
Detroit is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Detroit the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 635 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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