Badger Population 2026
Badger has a population of 19,482, making it the #2437 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alaska. It is about 452× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,482
Rank in United States
#2437
Coordinates
64.80°N, 147.53°W
~144 m elevation · America/Anchorage
Distance to capital (Washington)
5,254 km
3,263 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alaska
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 289,600 | #68 |
| Fairbanks | 32,325 | #1432 |
| Juneau | 31,555 | #1463 |
| Eagle River | 24,793 | #1902 |
Cities near Badger
- Fairbanks32,325 people · ~10 km away
- Eagle River24,793 people · ~400 km away
- Anchorage289,600 people · ~416 km away
- Juneau31,555 people · ~999 km away
- Bellingham85,146 people · ~2,316 km away
- Anacortes18,103 people · ~2,335 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Badger?
Badger has a population of 19,482 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2437 biggest city in United States.
What state is Badger in?
Badger is located in Alaska, United States.
Is Badger the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 5,254 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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