Pekin Population 2026
Pekin has a population of 33,223, making it the #1383 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 265× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,223
Rank in United States
#1383
Coordinates
40.57°N, 89.64°W
~153 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,093 km
679 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Pekin
- East Peoria23,080 people · ~12 km away
- Peoria115,070 people · ~15 km away
- Morton16,306 people · ~16 km away
- North Peoria113,004 people · ~17 km away
- Washington16,664 people · ~25 km away
- Normal54,373 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pekin?
Pekin has a population of 33,223 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1383 biggest city in United States.
What state is Pekin in?
Pekin is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Pekin the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,093 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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