Elgin Population 2026
Elgin has a population of 112,111, making it the #270 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 79× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
112,111
Rank in United States
#270
Coordinates
42.04°N, 88.28°W
~227 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,012 km
628 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 Elgin
- Carpentersville38,512 people · ~10 km away
- St. Charles32,974 people · ~14 km away
- Algonquin30,571 people · ~14 km away
- Schaumburg74,693 people · ~16 km away
- Lake in the Hills29,024 people · ~17 km away
- Huntley26,005 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elgin?
Elgin has a population of 112,111 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #270 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elgin in?
Elgin is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Elgin the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,012 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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