Auburn Population 2026
Auburn has a population of 22,871, making it the #2078 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 385× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,871
Rank in United States
#2078
Coordinates
44.10°N, 70.23°W
~58 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
809 km
502 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maine
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | 66,881 | #582 |
| Lewiston | 36,202 | #1249 |
| Bangor | 32,391 | #1428 |
| West Scarborough | 27,706 | #1696 |
| South Portland | 25,556 | #1838 |
| South Portland Gardens | 23,893 | #1991 |
| Biddeford | 21,282 | #2231 |
| Sanford | 20,893 | #2267 |
Cities near Auburn
- Lewiston36,202 people · ~1 km away
- Augusta18,899 people · ~43 km away
- Westbrook17,978 people · ~48 km away
- Portland66,881 people · ~49 km away
- South Portland25,556 people · ~51 km away
- South Portland Gardens23,893 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Auburn?
Auburn has a population of 22,871 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2078 biggest city in United States.
What state is Auburn in?
Auburn is located in Maine, United States.
Is Auburn the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 809 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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