West Chester Population 2026
West Chester has a population of 19,842, making it the #2401 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 444× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,842
Rank in United States
#2401
Coordinates
39.96°N, 75.61°W
~140 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
171 km
106 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
Cities near West Chester
- Phoenixville16,658 people · ~20 km away
- Wayne30,892 people · ~21 km away
- King of Prussia19,936 people · ~23 km away
- Radnor30,878 people · ~23 km away
- Wilmington70,898 people · ~24 km away
- Chester34,092 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Chester?
West Chester has a population of 19,842 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2401 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Chester in?
West Chester is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is West Chester the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 171 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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