McDonough Population 2026
McDonough has a population of 23,417, making it the #2026 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 376× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,417
Rank in United States
#2026
Coordinates
33.45°N, 84.15°W
~264 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
879 km
546 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 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near McDonough
- Stockbridge28,202 people · ~13 km away
- Griffin23,211 people · ~25 km away
- Conyers15,875 people · ~27 km away
- Forest Park19,383 people · ~28 km away
- Riverdale15,989 people · ~28 km away
- Fayetteville16,990 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of McDonough?
McDonough has a population of 23,417 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2026 biggest city in United States.
What state is McDonough in?
McDonough is located in Georgia, United States.
Is McDonough the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 879 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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