Parsippany Population 2026
Parsippany has a population of 51,144, making it the #855 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 172× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,144
Rank in United States
#855
Coordinates
40.86°N, 74.43°W
~101 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
312 km
194 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Parsippany
- Denville16,669 people · ~6 km away
- Morristown18,594 people · ~8 km away
- Dover18,346 people · ~12 km away
- Randolph25,734 people · ~13 km away
- Wayne57,915 people · ~15 km away
- West Orange48,131 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parsippany?
Parsippany has a population of 51,144 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #855 biggest city in United States.
What state is Parsippany in?
Parsippany is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Parsippany the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 312 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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