Hempstead Population 2026
Hempstead has a population of 55,547, making it the #759 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 158× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,547
Rank in United States
#759
Coordinates
40.71°N, 73.62°W
~17 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
355 km
220 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Hempstead
- East Meadow38,132 people · ~5 km away
- Freeport43,334 people · ~6 km away
- Levittown51,881 people · ~9 km away
- Hicksville41,547 people · ~10 km away
- West Babylon43,213 people · ~22 km away
- New Rochelle79,846 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hempstead?
Hempstead has a population of 55,547 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #759 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hempstead in?
Hempstead is located in New York, United States.
Is Hempstead the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 355 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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