Northampton Population 2026
Northampton has a population of 28,540, making it the #1633 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 308× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,540
Rank in United States
#1633
Coordinates
42.33°N, 72.64°W
~76 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
532 km
330 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 Northampton
- Easthampton16,611 people · ~7 km away
- South Hadley17,652 people · ~9 km away
- Amherst39,833 people · ~11 km away
- Amherst Center19,065 people · ~11 km away
- Holyoke40,684 people · ~14 km away
- North Chicopee55,179 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Northampton?
Northampton has a population of 28,540 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1633 biggest city in United States.
What state is Northampton in?
Northampton is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Northampton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 532 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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