Edwardsville Population 2026
Edwardsville has a population of 24,992, making it the #1882 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 352× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,992
Rank in United States
#1882
Coordinates
38.81°N, 89.95°W
~165 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,118 km
694 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Edwardsville
- Collinsville24,754 people · ~16 km away
- Upper Alton29,251 people · ~20 km away
- Granite City29,054 people · ~21 km away
- Alton27,003 people · ~22 km away
- O'Fallon29,002 people · ~25 km away
- Fairview Heights16,827 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Edwardsville?
Edwardsville has a population of 24,992 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1882 biggest city in United States.
What state is Edwardsville in?
Edwardsville is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Edwardsville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,118 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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