Farmington Population 2026
Farmington has a population of 42,871, making it the #1029 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. It is about 205× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,871
Rank in United States
#1029
Coordinates
36.73°N, 108.22°W
~1,615 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,737 km
1,700 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 564,559 | #31 |
| Las Cruces | 101,643 | #316 |
| Rio Rancho | 87,521 | #396 |
| Enchanted Hills | 87,521 | #397 |
| Santa Fe | 87,505 | #398 |
| Roswell | 48,544 | #908 |
| South Valley | 40,976 | #1085 |
| Clovis | 39,480 | #1130 |
Cities near Farmington
- Durango18,006 people · ~68 km away
- Gallup23,240 people · ~141 km away
- Montrose19,062 people · ~197 km away
- Enchanted Hills87,521 people · ~213 km away
- Rio Rancho87,521 people · ~217 km away
- Albuquerque564,559 people · ~231 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Farmington?
Farmington has a population of 42,871 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1029 biggest city in United States.
What state is Farmington in?
Farmington is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is Farmington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,737 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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