Springfield Population 2026
Springfield has a population of 114,394, making it the #262 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 77× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
114,394
Rank in United States
#262
Coordinates
39.80°N, 89.64°W
~182 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,088 km
676 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 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
| Elgin | 112,111 | #270 |
Cities near Springfield
- Jacksonville19,103 people · ~51 km away
- Decatur73,254 people · ~59 km away
- Pekin33,223 people · ~85 km away
- Morton16,306 people · ~92 km away
- Bloomington78,292 people · ~94 km away
- East Peoria23,080 people · ~96 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Springfield?
Springfield has a population of 114,394 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #262 biggest city in United States.
What state is Springfield in?
Springfield is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Springfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,088 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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