Dubuque Population 2026
Dubuque has a population of 58,799, making it the #707 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 150× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,799
Rank in United States
#707
Coordinates
42.50°N, 90.66°W
~189 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,215 km
755 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Dubuque
- Clinton26,064 people · ~83 km away
- Freeport24,476 people · ~89 km away
- Marion37,330 people · ~93 km away
- Cedar Rapids130,405 people · ~97 km away
- Davenport102,582 people · ~109 km away
- Bettendorf35,505 people · ~109 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dubuque?
Dubuque has a population of 58,799 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #707 biggest city in United States.
What state is Dubuque in?
Dubuque is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Dubuque the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,215 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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