Riverdale Population 2026
Riverdale has a population of 15,989, making it the #2930 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 551× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,989
Rank in United States
#2930
Coordinates
33.57°N, 84.41°W
~282 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
887 km
551 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near Riverdale
- Forest Park19,383 people · ~7 km away
- Fayetteville16,990 people · ~14 km away
- Stockbridge28,202 people · ~17 km away
- Atlanta510,823 people · ~20 km away
- South Fulton107,436 people · ~24 km away
- Peachtree City35,240 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Riverdale?
Riverdale has a population of 15,989 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2930 biggest city in United States.
What state is Riverdale in?
Riverdale is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Riverdale the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 887 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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