Hermiston Population 2026
Hermiston has a population of 17,201, making it the #2749 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oregon. It is about 512× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,201
Rank in United States
#2749
Coordinates
45.84°N, 119.29°W
~140 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,513 km
2,182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oregon
Cities near Hermiston
- Pendleton16,881 people · ~43 km away
- Tri-Cities244,036 people · ~46 km away
- Sunnyside16,325 people · ~77 km away
- Walla Walla32,237 people · ~77 km away
- Yakima93,701 people · ~126 km away
- Moses Lake22,082 people · ~143 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hermiston?
Hermiston has a population of 17,201 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2749 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hermiston in?
Hermiston is located in Oregon, United States.
Is Hermiston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,513 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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