Hot Springs Population 2026
Hot Springs has a population of 35,635, making it the #1283 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. It is about 247× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,635
Rank in United States
#1283
Coordinates
34.50°N, 93.06°W
~182 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,507 km
936 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,591 | #118 |
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| Jonesboro | 73,907 | #515 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
Cities near Hot Springs
- Benton34,177 people · ~43 km away
- Bryant19,986 people · ~53 km away
- Maumelle17,931 people · ~72 km away
- Little Rock202,591 people · ~75 km away
- North Little Rock66,504 people · ~78 km away
- Sherwood30,517 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hot Springs?
Hot Springs has a population of 35,635 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1283 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hot Springs in?
Hot Springs is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Hot Springs the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,507 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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