Reston Population 2026
Reston has a population of 58,404, making it the #718 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 151× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,404
Rank in United States
#718
Coordinates
38.97°N, 77.34°W
~100 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
28 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Reston
- Sterling27,822 people · ~9 km away
- Fairfax24,013 people · ~14 km away
- McLean48,115 people · ~15 km away
- South Riding24,256 people · ~15 km away
- Ashburn43,511 people · ~15 km away
- Centreville71,135 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Reston?
Reston has a population of 58,404 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #718 biggest city in United States.
What state is Reston in?
Reston is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Reston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 28 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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