Lincoln Population 2026
Lincoln has a population of 49,757, making it the #879 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 177× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,757
Rank in United States
#879
Coordinates
38.89°N, 121.29°W
~51 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,791 km
2,354 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 Lincoln
- Rocklin61,213 people · ~12 km away
- Roseville130,269 people · ~16 km away
- Granite Bay20,402 people · ~18 km away
- Citrus Heights87,056 people · ~21 km away
- Folsom76,375 people · ~26 km away
- El Dorado Hills42,108 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lincoln?
Lincoln has a population of 49,757 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #879 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lincoln in?
Lincoln is located in California, United States.
Is Lincoln the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,791 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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