Germantown Population 2026
Germantown has a population of 86,395, making it the #411 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 102× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
86,395
Rank in United States
#411
Coordinates
39.17°N, 77.27°W
~134 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
37 km
23 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
| Rockville | 66,980 | #579 |
Cities near Germantown
FAQ
What is the population of Germantown?
Germantown has a population of 86,395 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #411 biggest city in United States.
What state is Germantown in?
Germantown is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Germantown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 37 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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