Wasco Population 2026
Wasco has a population of 26,279, making it the #1789 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 335× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,279
Rank in United States
#1789
Coordinates
35.59°N, 119.34°W
~100 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,729 km
2,316 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 Wasco
- Delano52,733 people · ~21 km away
- Oildale32,684 people · ~35 km away
- Bakersfield373,640 people · ~38 km away
- Corcoran22,477 people · ~59 km away
- Porterville56,058 people · ~60 km away
- Tulare62,315 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wasco?
Wasco has a population of 26,279 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1789 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wasco in?
Wasco is located in California, United States.
Is Wasco the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,729 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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