Bangor Population 2026
Bangor has a population of 32,391, making it the #1428 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 272× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,391
Rank in United States
#1428
Coordinates
44.80°N, 68.77°W
~36 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
947 km
588 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maine
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | 66,881 | #582 |
| Lewiston | 36,202 | #1249 |
| West Scarborough | 27,706 | #1696 |
| South Portland | 25,556 | #1838 |
| South Portland Gardens | 23,893 | #1991 |
| Auburn | 22,871 | #2078 |
| Biddeford | 21,282 | #2231 |
| Sanford | 20,893 | #2267 |
Cities near Bangor
- Waterville16,261 people · ~73 km away
- Augusta18,899 people · ~96 km away
- Lewiston36,202 people · ~138 km away
- Auburn22,871 people · ~140 km away
- Portland66,881 people · ~174 km away
- South Portland25,556 people · ~174 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bangor?
Bangor has a population of 32,391 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1428 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bangor in?
Bangor is located in Maine, United States.
Is Bangor the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 947 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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