East Saint Louis Population 2026
East Saint Louis has a population of 27,006, making it the #1735 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 326× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,006
Rank in United States
#1735
Coordinates
38.62°N, 90.15°W
~127 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,137 km
706 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near East Saint Louis
- St. Louis279,695 people · ~4 km away
- Granite City29,054 people · ~9 km away
- University City35,058 people · ~14 km away
- Fairview Heights16,827 people · ~15 km away
- Collinsville24,754 people · ~15 km away
- Belleville42,034 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Saint Louis?
East Saint Louis has a population of 27,006 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1735 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Saint Louis in?
East Saint Louis is located in Illinois, United States.
Is East Saint Louis the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,137 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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