East Boston Population 2026
East Boston has a population of 43,066, making it the #1023 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 204× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,066
Rank in United States
#1023
Coordinates
42.38°N, 71.04°W
~4 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
637 km
396 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 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
Cities near East Boston
- Boston653,833 people · ~3 km away
- Revere53,422 people · ~4 km away
- Somerville80,318 people · ~5 km away
- Cambridge110,402 people · ~5 km away
- Brookline58,732 people · ~8 km away
- Dorchester97,826 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Boston?
East Boston has a population of 43,066 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1023 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Boston in?
East Boston is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is East Boston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 637 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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