Edison Population 2026
Edison has a population of 102,548, making it the #314 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 86× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,548
Rank in United States
#314
Coordinates
40.52°N, 74.41°W
~27 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
288 km
179 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 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
| Camden | 76,119 | #487 |
Cities near Edison
- Piscataway56,044 people · ~2 km away
- New Brunswick57,035 people · ~5 km away
- Somerset22,083 people · ~7 km away
- East Brunswick48,495 people · ~10 km away
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~12 km away
- Perth Amboy52,682 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Edison?
Edison has a population of 102,548 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #314 biggest city in United States.
What state is Edison in?
Edison is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Edison the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 288 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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