Escondido Population 2026
Escondido has a population of 151,038, making it the #181 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 58× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
151,038
Rank in United States
#181
Coordinates
33.12°N, 117.09°W
~197 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,630 km
2,254 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Escondido
FAQ
What is the population of Escondido?
Escondido has a population of 151,038 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #181 biggest city in United States.
What state is Escondido in?
Escondido is located in California, United States.
Is Escondido the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,630 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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