Arcata Population 2026
Arcata has a population of 17,843, making it the #2671 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 493× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,843
Rank in United States
#2671
Coordinates
40.87°N, 124.08°W
~7 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,972 km
2,467 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Arcata
- Bayside17,132 people · ~3 km away
- McKinleyville15,177 people · ~9 km away
- Eureka27,017 people · ~10 km away
- Redding91,582 people · ~146 km away
- Grants Pass37,088 people · ~186 km away
- Ashland20,861 people · ~187 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arcata?
Arcata has a population of 17,843 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2671 biggest city in United States.
What state is Arcata in?
Arcata is located in California, United States.
Is Arcata the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,972 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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