Saginaw Population 2026
Saginaw has a population of 49,347, making it the #888 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 178× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,347
Rank in United States
#888
Coordinates
43.42°N, 83.95°W
~177 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
766 km
476 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Saginaw
- Saginaw Township North24,994 people · ~6 km away
- Bay City33,917 people · ~20 km away
- Midland42,200 people · ~32 km away
- Flint98,310 people · ~50 km away
- Burton28,788 people · ~54 km away
- Mount Pleasant26,060 people · ~69 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saginaw?
Saginaw has a population of 49,347 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #888 biggest city in United States.
What state is Saginaw in?
Saginaw is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Saginaw the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 766 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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