Monterey Population 2026
Monterey has a population of 28,338, making it the #1644 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 311× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,338
Rank in United States
#1644
Coordinates
36.60°N, 121.89°W
~8 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,913 km
2,430 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Monterey
- Seaside33,025 people · ~4 km away
- Marina21,229 people · ~12 km away
- Salinas157,380 people · ~23 km away
- Watsonville53,628 people · ~37 km away
- Live Oak17,158 people · ~43 km away
- Santa Cruz64,220 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Monterey?
Monterey has a population of 28,338 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1644 biggest city in United States.
What state is Monterey in?
Monterey is located in California, United States.
Is Monterey the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,913 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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