York Population 2026
York has a population of 43,992, making it the #996 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 200× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,992
Rank in United States
#996
Coordinates
39.96°N, 76.73°W
~118 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
122 km
76 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 York
- Hanover15,496 people · ~28 km away
- Lancaster59,339 people · ~37 km away
- Harrisburg50,183 people · ~37 km away
- Carlisle19,143 people · ~47 km away
- Westminster18,670 people · ~49 km away
- Lebanon25,534 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of York?
York has a population of 43,992 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #996 biggest city in United States.
What state is York in?
York is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is York the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 122 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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