Scranton Population 2026
Scranton has a population of 77,118, making it the #477 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 114× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,118
Rank in United States
#477
Coordinates
41.41°N, 75.66°W
~230 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
303 km
188 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
| Lancaster | 59,339 | #695 |
Cities near Scranton
- Wilkes-Barre40,780 people · ~26 km away
- Back Mountain26,973 people · ~29 km away
- Hazleton24,825 people · ~56 km away
- Binghamton46,032 people · ~79 km away
- Vestal28,043 people · ~82 km away
- Whitehall Township24,896 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Scranton?
Scranton has a population of 77,118 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #477 biggest city in United States.
What state is Scranton in?
Scranton is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Scranton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 303 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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