Lewiston Population 2026
Lewiston has a population of 36,202, making it the #1249 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 243× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,202
Rank in United States
#1249
Coordinates
44.10°N, 70.21°W
~66 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
810 km
503 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maine
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | 66,881 | #582 |
| Bangor | 32,391 | #1428 |
| West Scarborough | 27,706 | #1696 |
| South Portland | 25,556 | #1838 |
| South Portland Gardens | 23,893 | #1991 |
| Auburn | 22,871 | #2078 |
| Biddeford | 21,282 | #2231 |
| Sanford | 20,893 | #2267 |
Cities near Lewiston
- Auburn22,871 people · ~1 km away
- Augusta18,899 people · ~42 km away
- Westbrook17,978 people · ~49 km away
- Portland66,881 people · ~49 km away
- South Portland25,556 people · ~51 km away
- South Portland Gardens23,893 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lewiston?
Lewiston has a population of 36,202 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1249 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lewiston in?
Lewiston is located in Maine, United States.
Is Lewiston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 810 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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