Syracuse Population 2026
Syracuse has a population of 144,142, making it the #193 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 61× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
144,142
Rank in United States
#193
Coordinates
43.05°N, 76.15°W
~121 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
468 km
291 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
| Greenburgh | 86,764 | #409 |
Cities near Syracuse
FAQ
What is the population of Syracuse?
Syracuse has a population of 144,142 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #193 biggest city in United States.
What state is Syracuse in?
Syracuse is located in New York, United States.
Is Syracuse the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 468 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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