Tucson Population 2026
Tucson has a population of 542,629, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
542,629
Rank in United States
#33
Coordinates
32.22°N, 110.93°W
~759 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,135 km
1,947 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Tucson
- Catalina Foothills50,796 people · ~8 km away
- Casas Adobes66,795 people · ~13 km away
- Oro Valley45,303 people · ~19 km away
- Marana41,315 people · ~37 km away
- Rio Rico18,962 people · ~84 km away
- Sierra Vista43,355 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tucson?
Tucson has a population of 542,629 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tucson in?
Tucson is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Tucson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,135 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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