Erie Population 2026
Erie has a population of 99,475, making it the #328 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 89× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,475
Rank in United States
#328
Coordinates
42.13°N, 80.09°W
~199 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
442 km
274 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
| Lancaster | 59,339 | #695 |
Cities near Erie
FAQ
What is the population of Erie?
Erie has a population of 99,475 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #328 biggest city in United States.
What state is Erie in?
Erie is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Erie the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 442 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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