Cambridge Population 2026
Cambridge has a population of 110,402, making it the #278 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 80× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
110,402
Rank in United States
#278
Coordinates
42.38°N, 71.11°W
~5 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
632 km
392 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Worcester | 206,518 | #116 |
| Springfield | 154,341 | #174 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
| Fall River | 94,000 | #355 |
Cities near Cambridge
- Somerville80,318 people · ~1 km away
- Boston653,833 people · ~4 km away
- Brookline58,732 people · ~5 km away
- Brighton45,977 people · ~5 km away
- East Boston43,066 people · ~5 km away
- Revere53,422 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cambridge?
Cambridge has a population of 110,402 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #278 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cambridge in?
Cambridge is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Cambridge the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 632 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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