Rockville Population 2026
Rockville has a population of 66,980, making it the #579 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 131× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,980
Rank in United States
#579
Coordinates
39.08°N, 77.15°W
~137 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
23 km
14 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Rockville
- Gaithersburg67,456 people · ~8 km away
- Bethesda60,858 people · ~12 km away
- Germantown86,395 people · ~14 km away
- Silver Spring71,452 people · ~15 km away
- McLean48,115 people · ~17 km away
- Chillum33,513 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rockville?
Rockville has a population of 66,980 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #579 biggest city in United States.
What state is Rockville in?
Rockville is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Rockville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 23 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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