Westfield Population 2026
Westfield has a population of 30,548, making it the #1521 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 288× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,548
Rank in United States
#1521
Coordinates
40.66°N, 74.35°W
~39 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
302 km
188 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 Westfield
- Plainfield51,217 people · ~6 km away
- North Plainfield22,140 people · ~7 km away
- Union56,771 people · ~8 km away
- Linden42,021 people · ~10 km away
- Elizabeth129,007 people · ~12 km away
- Irvington61,323 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Westfield?
Westfield has a population of 30,548 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1521 biggest city in United States.
What state is Westfield in?
Westfield is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Westfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 302 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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