Sandy Population 2026
Sandy has a population of 87,461, making it the #399 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Utah. It is about 101× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
87,461
Rank in United States
#399
Coordinates
40.59°N, 111.88°W
~1,361 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,966 km
1,842 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Utah
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 215,548 | #107 |
| West Valley City | 136,208 | #206 |
| Provo | 115,162 | #258 |
| West Jordan | 111,946 | #271 |
| Orem | 94,457 | #354 |
| Ogden | 85,444 | #417 |
| Layton | 74,143 | #509 |
| Saint George | 72,897 | #521 |
Cities near Sandy
- South Jordan66,648 people · ~5 km away
- West Jordan111,946 people · ~5 km away
- West Valley City136,208 people · ~15 km away
- Salt Lake City215,548 people · ~19 km away
- Lehi58,486 people · ~22 km away
- Pleasant Grove38,052 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sandy?
Sandy has a population of 87,461 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #399 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sandy in?
Sandy is located in Utah, United States.
Is Sandy the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,966 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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