New Britain Population 2026
New Britain has a population of 72,808, making it the #522 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 121× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,808
Rank in United States
#522
Coordinates
41.66°N, 72.78°W
~51 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
474 km
294 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 New Britain
- West Hartford63,268 people · ~12 km away
- Hartford121,054 people · ~14 km away
- Meriden59,988 people · ~14 km away
- Bristol60,452 people · ~14 km away
- Middletown46,756 people · ~15 km away
- East Hartford51,252 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of New Britain?
New Britain has a population of 72,808 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #522 biggest city in United States.
What state is New Britain in?
New Britain is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is New Britain the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 474 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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