Puyallup Population 2026
Puyallup has a population of 39,659, making it the #1126 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Washington. It is about 222× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,659
Rank in United States
#1126
Coordinates
47.19°N, 122.29°W
~14 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,736 km
2,320 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Washington
Cities near Puyallup
- South Hill52,431 people · ~5 km away
- Parkland35,803 people · ~11 km away
- Tacoma222,906 people · ~14 km away
- Federal Way95,171 people · ~15 km away
- Lakewood59,829 people · ~17 km away
- Kent126,952 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Puyallup?
Puyallup has a population of 39,659 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1126 biggest city in United States.
What state is Puyallup in?
Puyallup is located in Washington, United States.
Is Puyallup the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,736 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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