Milford Population 2026
Milford has a population of 52,759, making it the #808 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 167× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,759
Rank in United States
#808
Coordinates
41.22°N, 73.06°W
~8 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
426 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near Milford
- Stratford51,384 people · ~8 km away
- West Haven54,927 people · ~11 km away
- Shelton41,296 people · ~11 km away
- Bridgeport147,629 people · ~12 km away
- Trumbull36,018 people · ~12 km away
- New Haven130,322 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Milford?
Milford has a population of 52,759 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #808 biggest city in United States.
What state is Milford in?
Milford is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Milford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 426 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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