East Chattanooga Population 2026
East Chattanooga has a population of 154,024, making it the #175 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 57× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,024
Rank in United States
#175
Coordinates
35.07°N, 85.25°W
~208 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
844 km
524 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
| Cordova | 68,779 | #558 |
Cities near East Chattanooga
- East Ridge20,979 people · ~6 km away
- Chattanooga181,099 people · ~6 km away
- East Brainerd15,114 people · ~12 km away
- Cleveland43,898 people · ~35 km away
- Dalton33,853 people · ~42 km away
- Calhoun16,309 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Chattanooga?
East Chattanooga has a population of 154,024 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #175 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Chattanooga in?
East Chattanooga is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is East Chattanooga the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 844 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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