Fort Lee Population 2026
Fort Lee has a population of 36,672, making it the #1229 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 240× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,672
Rank in United States
#1229
Coordinates
40.85°N, 73.97°W
~87 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
340 km
211 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Fort Lee
- North Bergen63,484 people · ~6 km away
- Teaneck40,078 people · ~6 km away
- Hackensack44,834 people · ~7 km away
- Union City69,156 people · ~9 km away
- Yonkers201,116 people · ~11 km away
- Garfield31,802 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Lee?
Fort Lee has a population of 36,672 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1229 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Lee in?
Fort Lee is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Fort Lee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 340 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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