Johnstown Population 2026
Johnstown has a population of 19,966, making it the #2383 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Pennsylvania. It is about 441× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,966
Rank in United States
#2383
Coordinates
40.33°N, 78.92°W
~356 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
227 km
141 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pennsylvania
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 1,573,916 | #6 |
| Pittsburgh | 304,391 | #65 |
| Allentown | 120,207 | #244 |
| Erie | 99,475 | #328 |
| Reading | 87,879 | #393 |
| Scranton | 77,118 | #477 |
| Bethlehem | 74,892 | #502 |
| Bensalem | 60,427 | #678 |
Cities near Johnstown
- Altoona45,344 people · ~49 km away
- Murrysville20,134 people · ~67 km away
- Plum27,505 people · ~73 km away
- Monroeville28,176 people · ~74 km away
- Cumberland20,130 people · ~76 km away
- Pittsburgh304,391 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Johnstown?
Johnstown has a population of 19,966 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2383 biggest city in United States.
What state is Johnstown in?
Johnstown is located in Pennsylvania, United States.
Is Johnstown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 227 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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