Gainesville Population 2026
Gainesville has a population of 38,712, making it the #1151 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 227× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,712
Rank in United States
#1151
Coordinates
34.30°N, 83.82°W
~381 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
792 km
492 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near Gainesville
- Sugar Hill21,747 people · ~29 km away
- Winder15,447 people · ~35 km away
- Lawrenceville30,493 people · ~41 km away
- Duluth29,193 people · ~44 km away
- Johns Creek83,335 people · ~46 km away
- Peachtree Corners40,978 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gainesville?
Gainesville has a population of 38,712 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1151 biggest city in United States.
What state is Gainesville in?
Gainesville is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Gainesville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 792 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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