Wauwatosa Population 2026
Wauwatosa has a population of 47,614, making it the #930 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 185× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,614
Rank in United States
#930
Coordinates
43.05°N, 88.01°W
~203 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,029 km
639 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Wauwatosa
- West Allis60,620 people · ~4 km away
- Brookfield38,025 people · ~8 km away
- Milwaukee563,531 people · ~8 km away
- Greenfield37,349 people · ~10 km away
- New Berlin39,825 people · ~12 km away
- Menomonee Falls36,119 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wauwatosa?
Wauwatosa has a population of 47,614 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #930 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wauwatosa in?
Wauwatosa is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Wauwatosa the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,029 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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