Gurnee Population 2026
Gurnee has a population of 31,056, making it the #1480 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 283× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,056
Rank in United States
#1480
Coordinates
42.37°N, 87.90°W
~207 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
994 km
617 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Gurnee
- Waukegan88,475 people · ~5 km away
- North Chicago29,491 people · ~7 km away
- Mundelein31,582 people · ~15 km away
- Pleasant Prairie20,726 people · ~20 km away
- Highland Park29,743 people · ~23 km away
- Kenosha99,858 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gurnee?
Gurnee has a population of 31,056 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1480 biggest city in United States.
What state is Gurnee in?
Gurnee is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Gurnee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 994 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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