Fairfield Population 2026
Fairfield has a population of 112,970, making it the #267 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 78× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
112,970
Rank in United States
#267
Coordinates
38.25°N, 122.04°W
~4 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,872 km
2,405 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 Fairfield
FAQ
What is the population of Fairfield?
Fairfield has a population of 112,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #267 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fairfield in?
Fairfield is located in California, United States.
Is Fairfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,872 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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