Kingston Population 2026
Kingston has a population of 23,436, making it the #2025 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 376× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,436
Rank in United States
#2025
Coordinates
41.93°N, 74.00°W
~60 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
424 km
263 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 Kingston
- Poughkeepsie30,371 people · ~26 km away
- Newburgh28,290 people · ~47 km away
- Middletown27,812 people · ~64 km away
- Kiryas Joel32,954 people · ~67 km away
- West Torrington36,000 people · ~72 km away
- Torrington34,906 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kingston?
Kingston has a population of 23,436 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2025 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kingston in?
Kingston is located in New York, United States.
Is Kingston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 424 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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