Oceanside Population 2026
Oceanside has a population of 175,691, making it the #149 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
175,691
Rank in United States
#149
Coordinates
33.20°N, 117.38°W
~20 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,652 km
2,268 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 Oceanside
FAQ
What is the population of Oceanside?
Oceanside has a population of 175,691 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #149 biggest city in United States.
What state is Oceanside in?
Oceanside is located in California, United States.
Is Oceanside the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,652 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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