Lancaster Population 2026
Lancaster has a population of 59,339, making it the #695 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 148× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,339
Rank in United States
#695
Coordinates
40.04°N, 76.31°W
~110 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
142 km
88 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 Lancaster
- Lebanon25,534 people · ~35 km away
- York43,992 people · ~37 km away
- Reading87,879 people · ~46 km away
- Bel Air North30,568 people · ~54 km away
- Harrisburg50,183 people · ~56 km away
- Bel Air South47,709 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lancaster?
Lancaster has a population of 59,339 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #695 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lancaster in?
Lancaster is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Lancaster the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 142 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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