Elk Grove Population 2026
Elk Grove has a population of 166,913, making it the #158 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 53× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
166,913
Rank in United States
#158
Coordinates
38.41°N, 121.37°W
~14 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,812 km
2,367 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Elk Grove
- Arden-Arcade92,186 people · ~22 km away
- Sacramento524,943 people · ~22 km away
- West Sacramento52,721 people · ~24 km away
- Lodi64,596 people · ~32 km away
- Citrus Heights87,056 people · ~34 km away
- Folsom76,375 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elk Grove?
Elk Grove has a population of 166,913 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #158 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elk Grove in?
Elk Grove is located in California, United States.
Is Elk Grove the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,812 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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