Stillwater Population 2026
Stillwater has a population of 48,967, making it the #898 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Oklahoma. It is about 180× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,967
Rank in United States
#898
Coordinates
36.12°N, 97.06°W
~273 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,789 km
1,111 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oklahoma
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 681,054 | #22 |
| Tulsa | 413,066 | #47 |
| Norman | 128,026 | #227 |
| Broken Arrow | 106,563 | #298 |
| Lawton | 96,655 | #340 |
| Edmond | 90,092 | #378 |
| Moore | 60,451 | #675 |
| Midwest City | 57,249 | #730 |
Cities near Stillwater
- Edmond90,092 people · ~64 km away
- Ponca City24,758 people · ~66 km away
- Enid51,776 people · ~80 km away
- Midwest City57,249 people · ~80 km away
- Del City22,022 people · ~82 km away
- Oklahoma City681,054 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stillwater?
Stillwater has a population of 48,967 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #898 biggest city in United States.
What state is Stillwater in?
Stillwater is located in Oklahoma, United States.
Is Stillwater the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,789 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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