Folsom Population 2026
Folsom has a population of 76,375, making it the #484 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 115× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,375
Rank in United States
#484
Coordinates
38.68°N, 121.18°W
~67 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,787 km
2,352 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 Folsom
- El Dorado Hills42,108 people · ~8 km away
- Granite Bay20,402 people · ~10 km away
- Citrus Heights87,056 people · ~10 km away
- Roseville130,269 people · ~13 km away
- Rocklin61,213 people · ~14 km away
- Cameron Park18,228 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Folsom?
Folsom has a population of 76,375 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #484 biggest city in United States.
What state is Folsom in?
Folsom is located in California, United States.
Is Folsom the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,787 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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