East Ridge Population 2026
East Ridge has a population of 20,979, making it the #2261 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 420× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,979
Rank in United States
#2261
Coordinates
35.01°N, 85.25°W
~237 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
847 km
526 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 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
Cities near East Ridge
- East Chattanooga154,024 people · ~6 km away
- Chattanooga181,099 people · ~6 km away
- East Brainerd15,114 people · ~9 km away
- Dalton33,853 people · ~37 km away
- Cleveland43,898 people · ~38 km away
- Calhoun16,309 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Ridge?
East Ridge has a population of 20,979 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2261 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Ridge in?
East Ridge is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is East Ridge the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 847 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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