Santa Fe Population 2026
Santa Fe has a population of 87,505, making it the #398 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. It is about 101× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
87,505
Rank in United States
#398
Coordinates
35.69°N, 105.94°W
~2,132 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,571 km
1,597 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 564,559 | #31 |
| Las Cruces | 101,643 | #316 |
| Rio Rancho | 87,521 | #396 |
| Enchanted Hills | 87,521 | #397 |
| Roswell | 48,544 | #908 |
| Farmington | 42,871 | #1029 |
| South Valley | 40,976 | #1085 |
| Clovis | 39,480 | #1130 |
Cities near Santa Fe
- Enchanted Hills87,521 people · ~71 km away
- Rio Rancho87,521 people · ~83 km away
- Albuquerque564,559 people · ~93 km away
- South Valley40,976 people · ~101 km away
- Los Lunas15,336 people · ~122 km away
- Farmington42,871 people · ~235 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Fe?
Santa Fe has a population of 87,505 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #398 biggest city in United States.
What state is Santa Fe in?
Santa Fe is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is Santa Fe the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,571 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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