Bellingham Population 2026
Bellingham has a population of 85,146, making it the #419 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Washington. It is about 103× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
85,146
Rank in United States
#419
Coordinates
48.76°N, 122.49°W
~21 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,746 km
2,326 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Washington
Cities near Bellingham
- Anacortes18,103 people · ~29 km away
- Mount Vernon34,053 people · ~39 km away
- Oak Harbor22,693 people · ~53 km away
- Marysville66,773 people · ~82 km away
- Lake Stevens30,886 people · ~89 km away
- Everett108,010 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bellingham?
Bellingham has a population of 85,146 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #419 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bellingham in?
Bellingham is located in Washington, United States.
Is Bellingham the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,746 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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