Altoona Population 2026
Altoona has a population of 45,344, making it the #969 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 194× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,344
Rank in United States
#969
Coordinates
40.52°N, 78.39°W
~355 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
215 km
134 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 Altoona
- Johnstown19,966 people · ~49 km away
- State College42,161 people · ~54 km away
- Chambersburg20,691 people · ~90 km away
- Cumberland20,130 people · ~101 km away
- Carlisle19,143 people · ~108 km away
- Murrysville20,134 people · ~111 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Altoona?
Altoona has a population of 45,344 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #969 biggest city in United States.
What state is Altoona in?
Altoona is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Altoona the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 215 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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