Midland Population 2026
Midland has a population of 42,200, making it the #1045 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 209× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,200
Rank in United States
#1045
Coordinates
43.62°N, 84.25°W
~191 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
799 km
496 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Midland
- Saginaw Township North24,994 people · ~26 km away
- Bay City33,917 people · ~29 km away
- Saginaw49,347 people · ~32 km away
- Mount Pleasant26,060 people · ~42 km away
- Flint98,310 people · ~81 km away
- Burton28,788 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Midland?
Midland has a population of 42,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1045 biggest city in United States.
What state is Midland in?
Midland is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Midland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 799 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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