Methuen Population 2026
Methuen has a population of 52,044, making it the #830 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 169× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,044
Rank in United States
#830
Coordinates
42.73°N, 71.19°W
~34 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
650 km
404 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Worcester | 206,518 | #116 |
| Springfield | 154,341 | #174 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
Cities near Methuen
FAQ
What is the population of Methuen?
Methuen has a population of 52,044 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #830 biggest city in United States.
What state is Methuen in?
Methuen is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Methuen the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 650 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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