Williamsport Population 2026
Williamsport has a population of 29,201, making it the #1597 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 302× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,201
Rank in United States
#1597
Coordinates
41.24°N, 77.00°W
~158 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
261 km
162 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 Williamsport
- Back Mountain26,973 people · ~85 km away
- State College42,161 people · ~88 km away
- Hazleton24,825 people · ~92 km away
- Wilkes-Barre40,780 people · ~94 km away
- Elmira28,213 people · ~96 km away
- Harrisburg50,183 people · ~108 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Williamsport?
Williamsport has a population of 29,201 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1597 biggest city in United States.
What state is Williamsport in?
Williamsport is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Williamsport the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 261 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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