Macomb Population 2026
Macomb has a population of 18,547, making it the #2575 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 475× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,547
Rank in United States
#2575
Coordinates
40.46°N, 90.67°W
~215 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,179 km
732 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 Macomb
- Burlington25,410 people · ~54 km away
- Galesburg31,273 people · ~60 km away
- Quincy40,780 people · ~86 km away
- Pekin33,223 people · ~88 km away
- Jacksonville19,103 people · ~89 km away
- East Peoria23,080 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Macomb?
Macomb has a population of 18,547 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2575 biggest city in United States.
What state is Macomb in?
Macomb is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Macomb the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,179 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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