Elmira Population 2026
Elmira has a population of 28,213, making it the #1654 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 312× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,213
Rank in United States
#1654
Coordinates
42.09°N, 76.81°W
~260 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
356 km
221 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Elmira
- Ithaca30,788 people · ~47 km away
- Vestal28,043 people · ~62 km away
- Binghamton46,032 people · ~73 km away
- Cortland18,907 people · ~77 km away
- Williamsport29,201 people · ~96 km away
- Auburn26,985 people · ~96 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Elmira?
Elmira has a population of 28,213 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1654 biggest city in United States.
What state is Elmira in?
Elmira is located in New York, United States.
Is Elmira the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 356 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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