Ocean Springs Population 2026
Ocean Springs has a population of 17,636, making it the #2697 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 499× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,636
Rank in United States
#2697
Coordinates
30.41°N, 88.83°W
~7 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,431 km
889 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Ocean Springs
- Biloxi45,637 people · ~6 km away
- Gautier18,570 people · ~21 km away
- West Gulfport71,329 people · ~26 km away
- Gulfport71,856 people · ~26 km away
- Pascagoula22,126 people · ~27 km away
- Long Beach15,555 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ocean Springs?
Ocean Springs has a population of 17,636 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2697 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ocean Springs in?
Ocean Springs is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Ocean Springs the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,431 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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