Elkton Population 2026
Elkton has a population of 15,782, making it the #2968 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 558× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,782
Rank in United States
#2968
Coordinates
39.61°N, 75.83°W
~8 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
130 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Elkton
- Newark33,817 people · ~11 km away
- Bear19,371 people · ~15 km away
- Middletown20,372 people · ~20 km away
- Wilmington70,898 people · ~29 km away
- Aberdeen15,580 people · ~30 km away
- Bel Air South47,709 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elkton?
Elkton has a population of 15,782 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2968 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elkton in?
Elkton is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Elkton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 130 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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