Carlsbad Population 2026
Carlsbad has a population of 28,957, making it the #1610 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. It is about 304× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,957
Rank in United States
#1610
Coordinates
32.42°N, 104.23°W
~945 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,549 km
1,583 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 564,559 | #31 |
| Las Cruces | 101,643 | #316 |
| Rio Rancho | 87,521 | #396 |
| Enchanted Hills | 87,521 | #397 |
| Santa Fe | 87,505 | #398 |
| Roswell | 48,544 | #908 |
| Farmington | 42,871 | #1029 |
| South Valley | 40,976 | #1085 |
Cities near Carlsbad
- Hobbs38,416 people · ~107 km away
- Roswell48,544 people · ~112 km away
- Alamogordo30,753 people · ~171 km away
- West Odessa22,707 people · ~175 km away
- Odessa114,428 people · ~187 km away
- Horizon City19,288 people · ~203 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Carlsbad?
Carlsbad has a population of 28,957 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1610 biggest city in United States.
What state is Carlsbad in?
Carlsbad is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is Carlsbad the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,549 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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