El Centro Population 2026
El Centro has a population of 43,956, making it the #999 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 200× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,956
Rank in United States
#999
Coordinates
32.79°N, 115.56°W
~-12 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,512 km
2,181 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near El Centro
FAQ
What is the population of El Centro?
El Centro has a population of 43,956 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #999 biggest city in United States.
What state is El Centro in?
El Centro is located in California, United States.
Is El Centro the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,512 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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