Temecula Population 2026
Temecula has a population of 110,003, making it the #281 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 80× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
110,003
Rank in United States
#281
Coordinates
33.49°N, 117.15°W
~310 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,620 km
2,248 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Temecula
FAQ
What is the population of Temecula?
Temecula has a population of 110,003 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #281 biggest city in United States.
What state is Temecula in?
Temecula is located in California, United States.
Is Temecula the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,620 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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