Fitchburg Population 2026
Fitchburg has a population of 27,996, making it the #1674 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 314× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,996
Rank in United States
#1674
Coordinates
42.96°N, 89.47°W
~310 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,137 km
706 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Fitchburg
- Madison280,305 people · ~14 km away
- Middleton18,979 people · ~15 km away
- Sun Prairie32,365 people · ~32 km away
- Janesville64,123 people · ~48 km away
- Beloit36,891 people · ~62 km away
- Watertown23,819 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fitchburg?
Fitchburg has a population of 27,996 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1674 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fitchburg in?
Fitchburg is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Fitchburg 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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