Long Beach Population 2026
Long Beach has a population of 15,555, making it the #2999 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 566× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,555
Rank in United States
#2999
Coordinates
30.35°N, 89.15°W
~8 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,458 km
905 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Long Beach
- Gulfport71,856 people · ~6 km away
- West Gulfport71,329 people · ~8 km away
- Biloxi45,637 people · ~26 km away
- Ocean Springs17,636 people · ~32 km away
- Gautier18,570 people · ~52 km away
- Pascagoula22,126 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Long Beach?
Long Beach has a population of 15,555 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2999 biggest city in United States.
What state is Long Beach in?
Long Beach is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Long Beach the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,458 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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