Newark Population 2026
Newark has a population of 33,817, making it the #1357 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Delaware. It is about 260× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,817
Rank in United States
#1357
Coordinates
39.68°N, 75.75°W
~38 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
141 km
88 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Delaware
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 70,898 | #545 |
| Dover | 39,403 | #1135 |
| Middletown | 20,372 | #2332 |
| Bear | 19,371 | #2454 |
Cities near Newark
- Bear19,371 people · ~10 km away
- Elkton15,782 people · ~11 km away
- Wilmington70,898 people · ~19 km away
- Middletown20,372 people · ~26 km away
- West Chester19,842 people · ~33 km away
- Chester34,092 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newark?
Newark has a population of 33,817 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1357 biggest city in United States.
What state is Newark in?
Newark is located in Delaware, United States.
Is Newark the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 141 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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