Elmhurst Population 2026
Elmhurst has a population of 45,957, making it the #960 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 192× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,957
Rank in United States
#960
Coordinates
41.90°N, 87.94°W
~209 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
981 km
609 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 Elmhurst
- Lombard43,797 people · ~6 km away
- Downers Grove49,732 people · ~12 km away
- Wheaton53,715 people · ~14 km away
- Cicero83,886 people · ~17 km away
- Schaumburg74,693 people · ~19 km away
- Arlington Heights75,926 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elmhurst?
Elmhurst has a population of 45,957 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #960 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elmhurst in?
Elmhurst is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Elmhurst the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 981 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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