Atlantic City Population 2026
Atlantic City has a population of 39,260, making it the #1140 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 224× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,260
Rank in United States
#1140
Coordinates
39.36°N, 74.42°W
~2 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
231 km
143 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 Atlantic City
- Pleasantville20,755 people · ~9 km away
- South Vineland58,122 people · ~53 km away
- Millville28,230 people · ~53 km away
- Vineland60,818 people · ~54 km away
- Jackson54,856 people · ~59 km away
- Williamstown15,567 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Atlantic City?
Atlantic City has a population of 39,260 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1140 biggest city in United States.
What state is Atlantic City in?
Atlantic City is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Atlantic City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 231 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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