Ellicott City Population 2026
Ellicott City has a population of 65,834, making it the #596 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 134× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,834
Rank in United States
#596
Coordinates
39.27°N, 76.80°W
~55 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
46 km
29 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 Ellicott City
- Columbia99,615 people · ~5 km away
- Catonsville41,567 people · ~6 km away
- Woodlawn37,879 people · ~9 km away
- West Elkridge28,734 people · ~9 km away
- Hanover38,088 people · ~10 km away
- Gwynn Oak47,092 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ellicott City?
Ellicott City has a population of 65,834 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #596 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ellicott City in?
Ellicott City is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Ellicott City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 46 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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