Fresno Population 2026
Fresno has a population of 542,107, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
542,107
Rank in United States
#34
Coordinates
36.75°N, 119.77°W
~94 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,727 km
2,314 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 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
| Bakersfield | 373,640 | #51 |
Cities near Fresno
FAQ
What is the population of Fresno?
Fresno has a population of 542,107 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fresno in?
Fresno is located in California, United States.
Is Fresno the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,727 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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