Hillsborough Population 2026
Hillsborough has a population of 38,303, making it the #1166 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 230× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,303
Rank in United States
#1166
Coordinates
40.48°N, 74.63°W
~26 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
271 km
168 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Hillsborough
- Somerset22,083 people · ~12 km away
- Bridgewater44,464 people · ~14 km away
- Princeton29,603 people · ~15 km away
- New Brunswick57,035 people · ~15 km away
- East Brunswick48,495 people · ~19 km away
- Edison102,548 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hillsborough?
Hillsborough has a population of 38,303 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1166 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hillsborough in?
Hillsborough is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Hillsborough the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 271 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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