Ithaca Population 2026
Ithaca has a population of 30,788, making it the #1499 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 286× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,788
Rank in United States
#1499
Coordinates
42.44°N, 76.50°W
~125 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
397 km
247 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Ithaca
FAQ
What is the population of Ithaca?
Ithaca has a population of 30,788 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1499 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ithaca in?
Ithaca is located in New York, United States.
Is Ithaca the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 397 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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