Downtown DC Population 2026
Downtown DC has a population of 52,560, making it the #815 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in District of Columbia. It is about 168× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,560
Rank in United States
#815
Coordinates
38.89°N, 77.02°W
~12 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1 km
1 miles, straight line
Other big cities in District of Columbia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 689,545 | #20 |
| Columbia Heights | 38,000 | #1180 |
| Mount Pleasant | 35,842 | #1271 |
| Central 14th Street / Spring Road | 25,899 | #1809 |
| Northwest One | 23,386 | #2029 |
| Foggy Bottom | 22,146 | #2142 |
| Mount Vernon Triangle | 21,897 | #2177 |
| H Street NE | 21,480 | #2211 |
Cities near Downtown DC
- Mount Vernon Triangle21,897 people · ~1 km away
- Northwest One23,386 people · ~1 km away
- Washington689,545 people · ~1 km away
- H Street NE21,480 people · ~2 km away
- Columbia Heights38,000 people · ~4 km away
- Foggy Bottom22,146 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Downtown DC?
Downtown DC has a population of 52,560 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #815 biggest city in United States.
What state is Downtown DC in?
Downtown DC is located in District of Columbia, United States.
Is Downtown DC the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1 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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