Pawtucket Population 2026
Pawtucket has a population of 71,591, making it the #532 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Rhode Island. It is about 123× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,591
Rank in United States
#532
Coordinates
41.88°N, 71.38°W
~11 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
582 km
361 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rhode Island
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | 190,934 | #133 |
| Warwick | 81,699 | #442 |
| Cranston | 81,073 | #447 |
| East Providence | 47,408 | #934 |
| Woonsocket | 41,475 | #1069 |
| Coventry | 35,525 | #1288 |
| Cumberland | 34,843 | #1307 |
| North Providence | 33,835 | #1356 |
Cities near Pawtucket
- Providence190,934 people · ~7 km away
- East Providence47,408 people · ~7 km away
- North Providence33,835 people · ~8 km away
- Cumberland34,843 people · ~11 km away
- Attleboro44,284 people · ~11 km away
- Cranston81,073 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pawtucket?
Pawtucket has a population of 71,591 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #532 biggest city in United States.
What state is Pawtucket in?
Pawtucket is located in Rhode Island, United States.
Is Pawtucket the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 582 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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