Lancaster Population 2026
Lancaster has a population of 161,103, making it the #165 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 55× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
161,103
Rank in United States
#165
Coordinates
34.70°N, 118.14°W
~719 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,658 km
2,272 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Lancaster
- Santa Clarita182,371 people · ~50 km away
- Glendale201,020 people · ~63 km away
- Los Angeles3,820,914 people · ~72 km away
- Simi Valley126,788 people · ~76 km away
- Victorville122,225 people · ~79 km away
- Rancho Cucamonga175,236 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lancaster?
Lancaster has a population of 161,103 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #165 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lancaster in?
Lancaster is located in California, United States.
Is Lancaster the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,658 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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