New Rochelle Population 2026
New Rochelle has a population of 79,846, making it the #459 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 110× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,846
Rank in United States
#459
Coordinates
40.91°N, 73.78°W
~26 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
357 km
222 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 New Rochelle
- Mount Vernon68,628 people · ~5 km away
- Yonkers201,116 people · ~10 km away
- White Plains58,459 people · ~14 km away
- Greenburgh86,764 people · ~14 km away
- Fort Lee36,672 people · ~17 km away
- Teaneck40,078 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of New Rochelle?
New Rochelle has a population of 79,846 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #459 biggest city in United States.
What state is New Rochelle in?
New Rochelle is located in New York, United States.
Is New Rochelle the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 357 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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