Peoria Population 2026
Peoria has a population of 115,070, making it the #259 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 77× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
115,070
Rank in United States
#259
Coordinates
40.69°N, 89.59°W
~153 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,090 km
677 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 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
| Elgin | 112,111 | #270 |
Cities near Peoria
- North Peoria113,004 people · ~3 km away
- East Peoria23,080 people · ~3 km away
- Morton16,306 people · ~14 km away
- Pekin33,223 people · ~15 km away
- Washington16,664 people · ~15 km away
- Normal54,373 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Peoria?
Peoria has a population of 115,070 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #259 biggest city in United States.
What state is Peoria in?
Peoria is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Peoria the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,090 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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