Provo Population 2026
Provo has a population of 115,162, making it the #258 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Utah. It is about 76× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
115,162
Rank in United States
#258
Coordinates
40.23°N, 111.66°W
~1,387 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,953 km
1,834 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Utah
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 215,548 | #107 |
| West Valley City | 136,208 | #206 |
| West Jordan | 111,946 | #271 |
| Orem | 94,457 | #354 |
| Sandy | 87,461 | #399 |
| Ogden | 85,444 | #417 |
| Layton | 74,143 | #509 |
| Saint George | 72,897 | #521 |
Cities near Provo
- Orem94,457 people · ~8 km away
- Spanish Fork37,935 people · ~13 km away
- Pleasant Grove38,052 people · ~16 km away
- Lehi58,486 people · ~24 km away
- South Jordan66,648 people · ~43 km away
- Sandy87,461 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Provo?
Provo has a population of 115,162 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #258 biggest city in United States.
What state is Provo in?
Provo is located in Utah, United States.
Is Provo the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,953 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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