Juneau Population 2026
Juneau has a population of 31,555, making it the #1463 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alaska. It is about 279× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,555
Rank in United States
#1463
Coordinates
58.30°N, 134.42°W
~17 m elevation · America/Juneau
Distance to capital (Washington)
4,559 km
2,831 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alaska
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 289,600 | #68 |
| Fairbanks | 32,325 | #1432 |
| Eagle River | 24,793 | #1902 |
| Badger | 19,482 | #2437 |
Cities near Juneau
- Eagle River24,793 people · ~908 km away
- Anchorage289,600 people · ~923 km away
- Badger19,482 people · ~999 km away
- Fairbanks32,325 people · ~1,008 km away
- Bellingham85,146 people · ~1,318 km away
- Anacortes18,103 people · ~1,337 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Juneau?
Juneau has a population of 31,555 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1463 biggest city in United States.
What state is Juneau in?
Juneau is located in Alaska, United States.
Is Juneau the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 4,559 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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