Morristown Population 2026
Morristown has a population of 18,594, making it the #2571 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 473× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,594
Rank in United States
#2571
Coordinates
40.80°N, 74.48°W
~110 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
304 km
189 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Morristown
- Parsippany51,144 people · ~8 km away
- Randolph25,734 people · ~10 km away
- Denville16,669 people · ~11 km away
- Basking Ridge21,424 people · ~12 km away
- Dover18,346 people · ~12 km away
- Westfield30,548 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Morristown?
Morristown has a population of 18,594 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2571 biggest city in United States.
What state is Morristown in?
Morristown is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Morristown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 304 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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