Trenton Population 2026
Trenton has a population of 89,620, making it the #380 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 98× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
89,620
Rank in United States
#380
Coordinates
40.22°N, 74.74°W
~17 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
245 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
| Camden | 76,119 | #487 |
Cities near Trenton
- Mercerville-Hamilton Square26,419 people · ~6 km away
- Ewing36,559 people · ~8 km away
- Levittown52,983 people · ~10 km away
- Princeton29,603 people · ~16 km away
- Bensalem60,427 people · ~22 km away
- Willingboro31,668 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Trenton?
Trenton has a population of 89,620 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #380 biggest city in United States.
What state is Trenton in?
Trenton is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Trenton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 245 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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