Schaumburg Population 2026
Schaumburg has a population of 74,693, making it the #504 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 118× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,693
Rank in United States
#504
Coordinates
42.03°N, 88.08°W
~242 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
997 km
619 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Schaumburg
- Arlington Heights75,926 people · ~10 km away
- Elgin112,111 people · ~16 km away
- Carpentersville38,512 people · ~17 km away
- Lombard43,797 people · ~18 km away
- Wheaton53,715 people · ~19 km away
- Elmhurst45,957 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Schaumburg?
Schaumburg has a population of 74,693 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #504 biggest city in United States.
What state is Schaumburg in?
Schaumburg is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Schaumburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 997 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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