Machesney Park Population 2026
Machesney Park has a population of 22,927, making it the #2076 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 384× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,927
Rank in United States
#2076
Coordinates
42.35°N, 89.04°W
~226 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,082 km
672 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Machesney Park
- Loves Park23,455 people · ~3 km away
- Rockford148,278 people · ~10 km away
- Beloit36,891 people · ~18 km away
- Belvidere25,132 people · ~19 km away
- Janesville64,123 people · ~37 km away
- Freeport24,476 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Machesney Park?
Machesney Park has a population of 22,927 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2076 biggest city in United States.
What state is Machesney Park in?
Machesney Park is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Machesney Park the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,082 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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