Passaic Population 2026
Passaic has a population of 71,085, making it the #540 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 124× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,085
Rank in United States
#540
Coordinates
40.86°N, 74.13°W
~34 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
330 km
205 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 Passaic
- Clifton86,334 people · ~3 km away
- Garfield31,802 people · ~3 km away
- Bloomfield49,120 people · ~7 km away
- Paterson147,754 people · ~8 km away
- Hackensack44,834 people · ~8 km away
- Fair Lawn33,597 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Passaic?
Passaic has a population of 71,085 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #540 biggest city in United States.
What state is Passaic in?
Passaic is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Passaic the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 330 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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