Somerset Population 2026
Somerset has a population of 22,083, making it the #2150 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 399× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,083
Rank in United States
#2150
Coordinates
40.50°N, 74.49°W
~28 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
282 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Somerset
- New Brunswick57,035 people · ~3 km away
- Edison102,548 people · ~7 km away
- Piscataway56,044 people · ~8 km away
- East Brunswick48,495 people · ~10 km away
- Hillsborough38,303 people · ~12 km away
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Somerset?
Somerset has a population of 22,083 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2150 biggest city in United States.
What state is Somerset in?
Somerset is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Somerset the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 282 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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