Point Pleasant Population 2026
Point Pleasant has a population of 18,523, making it the #2576 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 475× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,523
Rank in United States
#2576
Coordinates
40.08°N, 74.07°W
~6 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
287 km
178 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 Point Pleasant
- Brick76,021 people · ~6 km away
- Lakewood53,805 people · ~13 km away
- Asbury Park15,818 people · ~16 km away
- Toms River88,791 people · ~18 km away
- Bayville20,512 people · ~21 km away
- Tinton Falls17,772 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Point Pleasant?
Point Pleasant has a population of 18,523 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2576 biggest city in United States.
What state is Point Pleasant in?
Point Pleasant is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Point Pleasant the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 287 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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