Tifton Population 2026
Tifton has a population of 16,725, making it the #2805 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 526× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,725
Rank in United States
#2805
Coordinates
31.45°N, 83.51°W
~107 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,015 km
630 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near Tifton
- Albany74,843 people · ~63 km away
- Valdosta55,724 people · ~72 km away
- Thomasville18,742 people · ~82 km away
- Americus16,028 people · ~97 km away
- Perry15,457 people · ~114 km away
- Warner Robins73,490 people · ~130 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tifton?
Tifton has a population of 16,725 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2805 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tifton in?
Tifton is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Tifton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,015 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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