Rotterdam Population 2026
Rotterdam has a population of 20,652, making it the #2302 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 426× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,652
Rank in United States
#2302
Coordinates
42.79°N, 73.97°W
~103 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
504 km
313 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Rotterdam
- Schenectady65,305 people · ~4 km away
- Glenville29,326 people · ~17 km away
- Latham20,736 people · ~18 km away
- Clifton Park36,705 people · ~19 km away
- West Albany93,794 people · ~20 km away
- Cohoes16,538 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rotterdam?
Rotterdam has a population of 20,652 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2302 biggest city in United States.
What state is Rotterdam in?
Rotterdam is located in New York, United States.
Is Rotterdam the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 504 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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