Augusta Population 2026
Augusta has a population of 18,899, making it the #2535 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 466× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,899
Rank in United States
#2535
Coordinates
44.31°N, 69.78°W
~38 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
852 km
529 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 |
| Auburn | 22,871 | #2078 |
| Biddeford | 21,282 | #2231 |
Cities near Augusta
- Waterville16,261 people · ~29 km away
- Lewiston36,202 people · ~42 km away
- Auburn22,871 people · ~43 km away
- Portland66,881 people · ~82 km away
- South Portland25,556 people · ~83 km away
- Westbrook17,978 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Augusta?
Augusta has a population of 18,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2535 biggest city in United States.
What state is Augusta in?
Augusta is located in Maine, United States.
Is Augusta the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 852 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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