Cumberland Population 2026
Cumberland has a population of 20,130, making it the #2361 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 437× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,130
Rank in United States
#2361
Coordinates
39.65°N, 78.76°W
~191 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
171 km
106 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Cumberland
- Martinsburg17,700 people · ~72 km away
- Winchester27,284 people · ~73 km away
- Johnstown19,966 people · ~76 km away
- Hagerstown40,432 people · ~89 km away
- Front Royal15,070 people · ~95 km away
- Chambersburg20,691 people · ~99 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cumberland?
Cumberland has a population of 20,130 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2361 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cumberland in?
Cumberland is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Cumberland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 171 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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