Porterville Population 2026
Porterville has a population of 56,058, making it the #749 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 157× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,058
Rank in United States
#749
Coordinates
36.07°N, 119.02°W
~140 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,685 km
2,288 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Porterville
FAQ
What is the population of Porterville?
Porterville has a population of 56,058 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #749 biggest city in United States.
What state is Porterville in?
Porterville is located in California, United States.
Is Porterville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,685 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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