Pottstown Population 2026
Pottstown has a population of 22,664, making it the #2102 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 388× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,664
Rank in United States
#2102
Coordinates
40.25°N, 75.65°W
~46 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
191 km
119 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
Cities near Pottstown
- Limerick18,074 people · ~11 km away
- Phoenixville16,658 people · ~17 km away
- Reading87,879 people · ~26 km away
- King of Prussia19,936 people · ~28 km away
- Norristown34,412 people · ~30 km away
- Wayne30,892 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pottstown?
Pottstown has a population of 22,664 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2102 biggest city in United States.
What state is Pottstown in?
Pottstown is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Pottstown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 191 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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