Cumberland Population 2026
Cumberland has a population of 34,843, making it the #1307 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Rhode Island. It is about 253× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,843
Rank in United States
#1307
Coordinates
41.97°N, 71.43°W
~81 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
584 km
363 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rhode Island
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | 190,934 | #133 |
| Warwick | 81,699 | #442 |
| Cranston | 81,073 | #447 |
| Pawtucket | 71,591 | #532 |
| East Providence | 47,408 | #934 |
| Woonsocket | 41,475 | #1069 |
| Coventry | 35,525 | #1288 |
| North Providence | 33,835 | #1356 |
Cities near Cumberland
- Woonsocket41,475 people · ~8 km away
- Pawtucket71,591 people · ~11 km away
- Attleboro44,284 people · ~12 km away
- North Providence33,835 people · ~13 km away
- Providence190,934 people · ~16 km away
- East Providence47,408 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cumberland?
Cumberland has a population of 34,843 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1307 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cumberland in?
Cumberland is located in Rhode Island, United States.
Is Cumberland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 584 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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