Frederick Population 2026
Frederick has a population of 69,479, making it the #551 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 127× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,479
Rank in United States
#551
Coordinates
39.41°N, 77.41°W
~87 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
66 km
41 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
| Rockville | 66,980 | #579 |
Cities near Frederick
- Ballenger Creek18,274 people · ~5 km away
- Germantown86,395 people · ~29 km away
- Gaithersburg67,456 people · ~35 km away
- Leesburg51,209 people · ~36 km away
- Hagerstown40,432 people · ~37 km away
- Eldersburg30,531 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Frederick?
Frederick has a population of 69,479 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #551 biggest city in United States.
What state is Frederick in?
Frederick is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Frederick the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 66 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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