Hartford Population 2026
Hartford has a population of 121,054, making it the #241 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 73× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
121,054
Rank in United States
#241
Coordinates
41.76°N, 72.69°W
~18 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
488 km
303 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
| East Norwalk | 84,530 | #424 |
Cities near Hartford
- West Hartford63,268 people · ~5 km away
- East Hartford51,252 people · ~6 km away
- New Britain72,808 people · ~14 km away
- Middletown46,756 people · ~23 km away
- Bristol60,452 people · ~24 km away
- Enfield45,212 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hartford?
Hartford has a population of 121,054 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #241 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hartford in?
Hartford is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Hartford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 488 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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