Oroville Population 2026
Oroville has a population of 16,260, making it the #2892 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 541× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,260
Rank in United States
#2892
Coordinates
39.51°N, 121.56°W
~51 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,797 km
2,358 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Oroville
FAQ
What is the population of Oroville?
Oroville has a population of 16,260 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2892 biggest city in United States.
What state is Oroville in?
Oroville is located in California, United States.
Is Oroville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,797 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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