Mount Vernon Population 2026
Mount Vernon has a population of 68,628, making it the #559 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 128× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,628
Rank in United States
#559
Coordinates
40.91°N, 73.84°W
~33 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
353 km
219 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Mount Vernon
- New Rochelle79,846 people · ~5 km away
- Yonkers201,116 people · ~5 km away
- Fort Lee36,672 people · ~13 km away
- Greenburgh86,764 people · ~13 km away
- White Plains58,459 people · ~15 km away
- Teaneck40,078 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon has a population of 68,628 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #559 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mount Vernon in?
Mount Vernon is located in New York, United States.
Is Mount Vernon the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 353 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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