Essex Population 2026
Essex has a population of 39,262, making it the #1139 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 224× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,262
Rank in United States
#1139
Coordinates
39.31°N, 76.47°W
~12 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
67 km
42 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 Essex
FAQ
What is the population of Essex?
Essex has a population of 39,262 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1139 biggest city in United States.
What state is Essex in?
Essex is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Essex the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 67 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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