Bradley Population 2026
Bradley has a population of 15,617, making it the #2994 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 564× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,617
Rank in United States
#2994
Coordinates
41.14°N, 87.86°W
~194 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
954 km
592 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Bradley
- Kankakee26,676 people · ~2 km away
- Bourbonnais18,569 people · ~3 km away
- New Lenox25,800 people · ~42 km away
- Joliet147,861 people · ~46 km away
- Schererville28,791 people · ~51 km away
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bradley?
Bradley has a population of 15,617 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2994 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bradley in?
Bradley is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Bradley the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 954 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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