Eugene Population 2026
Eugene has a population of 176,654, making it the #147 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oregon. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
176,654
Rank in United States
#147
Coordinates
44.05°N, 123.09°W
~131 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,829 km
2,378 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oregon
Cities near Eugene
- Springfield60,870 people · ~5 km away
- Lebanon16,324 people · ~56 km away
- Corvallis55,780 people · ~59 km away
- Albany52,175 people · ~65 km away
- Roseburg22,114 people · ~95 km away
- Four Corners15,947 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Eugene?
Eugene has a population of 176,654 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #147 biggest city in United States.
What state is Eugene in?
Eugene is located in Oregon, United States.
Is Eugene the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,829 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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