Southfield Population 2026
Southfield has a population of 73,156, making it the #520 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 120× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,156
Rank in United States
#520
Coordinates
42.47°N, 83.22°W
~208 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
656 km
407 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Southfield
- Farmington Hills81,330 people · ~13 km away
- Troy83,280 people · ~16 km away
- Livonia94,635 people · ~16 km away
- Dearborn95,171 people · ~17 km away
- Warren134,056 people · ~17 km away
- Sterling Heights132,052 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Southfield?
Southfield has a population of 73,156 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #520 biggest city in United States.
What state is Southfield in?
Southfield is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Southfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 656 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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