Marquette Population 2026
Marquette has a population of 21,297, making it the #2229 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 413× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,297
Rank in United States
#2229
Coordinates
46.54°N, 87.40°W
~203 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,198 km
744 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Marquette
- Howard19,250 people · ~229 km away
- Green Bay105,207 people · ~230 km away
- Ashwaubenon17,176 people · ~235 km away
- Bellevue15,317 people · ~237 km away
- De Pere24,724 people · ~239 km away
- Traverse City15,218 people · ~241 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marquette?
Marquette has a population of 21,297 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2229 biggest city in United States.
What state is Marquette in?
Marquette is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Marquette the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,198 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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