East Hartford Population 2026
East Hartford has a population of 51,252, making it the #851 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 172× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,252
Rank in United States
#851
Coordinates
41.78°N, 72.61°W
~16 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
494 km
307 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near East Hartford
- Hartford121,054 people · ~6 km away
- West Hartford63,268 people · ~11 km away
- New Britain72,808 people · ~19 km away
- Enfield45,212 people · ~22 km away
- Middletown46,756 people · ~25 km away
- Bristol60,452 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Hartford?
East Hartford has a population of 51,252 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #851 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Hartford in?
East Hartford is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is East Hartford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 494 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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