Salinas Population 2026
Salinas has a population of 157,380, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 56× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
157,380
Rank in United States
#171
Coordinates
36.68°N, 121.66°W
~16 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,890 km
2,416 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Salinas
FAQ
What is the population of Salinas?
Salinas has a population of 157,380 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in United States.
What state is Salinas in?
Salinas is located in California, United States.
Is Salinas the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,890 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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