Fitchburg Population 2026
Fitchburg has a population of 40,545, making it the #1099 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 217× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,545
Rank in United States
#1099
Coordinates
42.58°N, 71.80°W
~142 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
602 km
374 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 Fitchburg
- Leominster41,569 people · ~7 km away
- Shrewsbury33,893 people · ~33 km away
- Nashua87,970 people · ~34 km away
- Worcester206,518 people · ~36 km away
- Lowell110,699 people · ~40 km away
- Merrimack26,726 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fitchburg?
Fitchburg has a population of 40,545 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1099 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fitchburg in?
Fitchburg is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Fitchburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 602 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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