Waukesha Population 2026
Waukesha has a population of 71,970, making it the #529 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 122× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,970
Rank in United States
#529
Coordinates
43.01°N, 88.23°W
~248 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,044 km
648 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Waukesha
- New Berlin39,825 people · ~11 km away
- Brookfield38,025 people · ~12 km away
- Muskego24,755 people · ~14 km away
- West Allis60,620 people · ~18 km away
- Greenfield37,349 people · ~19 km away
- Wauwatosa47,614 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waukesha?
Waukesha has a population of 71,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #529 biggest city in United States.
What state is Waukesha in?
Waukesha is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Waukesha the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,044 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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