Hazleton Population 2026
Hazleton has a population of 24,825, making it the #1900 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 355× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,825
Rank in United States
#1900
Coordinates
40.96°N, 75.97°W
~505 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
Cities near Hazleton
- Wilkes-Barre40,780 people · ~33 km away
- Back Mountain26,973 people · ~42 km away
- Whitehall Township24,896 people · ~51 km away
- Allentown120,207 people · ~56 km away
- Scranton77,118 people · ~56 km away
- Bethlehem74,892 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hazleton?
Hazleton has a population of 24,825 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1900 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hazleton in?
Hazleton is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Hazleton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 247 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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