West Orange Population 2026
West Orange has a population of 48,131, making it the #916 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 183× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,131
Rank in United States
#916
Coordinates
40.80°N, 74.24°W
~135 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
319 km
198 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near West Orange
- East Orange64,949 people · ~5 km away
- Bloomfield49,120 people · ~5 km away
- Irvington61,323 people · ~7 km away
- Newark281,944 people · ~9 km away
- Clifton86,334 people · ~9 km away
- Passaic71,085 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Orange?
West Orange has a population of 48,131 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #916 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Orange in?
West Orange is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is West Orange the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 319 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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