East Brunswick Population 2026
East Brunswick has a population of 48,495, making it the #910 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 182× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,495
Rank in United States
#910
Coordinates
40.43°N, 74.42°W
~40 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
282 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near East Brunswick
- New Brunswick57,035 people · ~7 km away
- Piscataway56,044 people · ~8 km away
- Somerset22,083 people · ~10 km away
- Edison102,548 people · ~10 km away
- Perth Amboy52,682 people · ~15 km away
- Hillsborough38,303 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Brunswick?
East Brunswick has a population of 48,495 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #910 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Brunswick in?
East Brunswick is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is East Brunswick the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 282 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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