Macon Population 2026
Macon has a population of 91,351, making it the #374 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 96× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
91,351
Rank in United States
#374
Coordinates
32.84°N, 83.63°W
~112 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
898 km
558 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Johns Creek | 83,335 | #430 |
Cities near Macon
- Warner Robins73,490 people · ~25 km away
- Perry15,457 people · ~44 km away
- Milledgeville18,931 people · ~46 km away
- Griffin23,211 people · ~74 km away
- Dublin16,197 people · ~76 km away
- McDonough23,417 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Macon?
Macon has a population of 91,351 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #374 biggest city in United States.
What state is Macon in?
Macon is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Macon the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 898 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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