Fairbanks Population 2026
Fairbanks has a population of 32,325, making it the #1432 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alaska. It is about 272× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,325
Rank in United States
#1432
Coordinates
64.84°N, 147.72°W
~136 m elevation · America/Anchorage
Distance to capital (Washington)
5,263 km
3,268 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alaska
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 289,600 | #68 |
| Juneau | 31,555 | #1463 |
| Eagle River | 24,793 | #1902 |
| Badger | 19,482 | #2437 |
Cities near Fairbanks
- Badger19,482 people · ~10 km away
- Eagle River24,793 people · ~402 km away
- Anchorage289,600 people · ~417 km away
- Juneau31,555 people · ~1,008 km away
- Bellingham85,146 people · ~2,325 km away
- Anacortes18,103 people · ~2,344 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fairbanks?
Fairbanks has a population of 32,325 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1432 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fairbanks in?
Fairbanks is located in Alaska, United States.
Is Fairbanks the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 5,263 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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