Newton Population 2026
Newton has a population of 88,817, making it the #381 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 99× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,817
Rank in United States
#381
Coordinates
42.34°N, 71.21°W
~30 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
623 km
387 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 Newton
- Brighton45,977 people · ~5 km away
- Brookline58,732 people · ~7 km away
- Cambridge110,402 people · ~10 km away
- Somerville80,318 people · ~11 km away
- Dorchester97,826 people · ~12 km away
- Boston653,833 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newton?
Newton has a population of 88,817 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #381 biggest city in United States.
What state is Newton in?
Newton is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Newton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 623 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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