Middletown Population 2026
Middletown has a population of 65,490, making it the #602 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 134× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,490
Rank in United States
#602
Coordinates
40.39°N, 74.12°W
~36 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
300 km
186 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Middletown
- Tinton Falls17,772 people · ~10 km away
- Marlboro40,191 people · ~14 km away
- Long Branch30,941 people · ~15 km away
- Perth Amboy52,682 people · ~18 km away
- Asbury Park15,818 people · ~21 km away
- East Brunswick48,495 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Middletown?
Middletown has a population of 65,490 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #602 biggest city in United States.
What state is Middletown in?
Middletown is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Middletown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 300 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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