Fargo Population 2026
Fargo has a population of 118,523, making it the #247 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Dakota. It is about 74× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,523
Rank in United States
#247
Coordinates
46.88°N, 96.79°W
~276 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,831 km
1,137 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Dakota
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bismarck | 75,092 | #500 |
| Grand Forks | 57,011 | #736 |
| Minot | 49,450 | #886 |
| West Fargo | 33,597 | #1364 |
| Williston | 26,977 | #1741 |
| Dickinson | 23,765 | #1999 |
| Mandan | 21,382 | #2221 |
| Jamestown | 15,422 | #3026 |
Cities near Fargo
- Moorhead42,005 people · ~2 km away
- West Fargo33,597 people · ~8 km away
- Grand Forks57,011 people · ~118 km away
- Jamestown15,422 people · ~146 km away
- Aberdeen28,102 people · ~204 km away
- Watertown22,073 people · ~221 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fargo?
Fargo has a population of 118,523 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #247 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fargo in?
Fargo is located in North Dakota, United States.
Is Fargo the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,831 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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