Maricopa Population 2026
Maricopa has a population of 48,602, making it the #907 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. It is about 181× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,602
Rank in United States
#907
Coordinates
33.06°N, 112.05°W
~358 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,196 km
1,985 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Maricopa
- Casa Grande51,460 people · ~34 km away
- Chandler260,828 people · ~34 km away
- Gilbert247,542 people · ~41 km away
- Tempe Junction158,368 people · ~41 km away
- Tempe175,826 people · ~42 km away
- Phoenix1,650,070 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maricopa?
Maricopa has a population of 48,602 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #907 biggest city in United States.
What state is Maricopa in?
Maricopa is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Maricopa the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,196 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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