Peabody Population 2026
Peabody has a population of 52,504, making it the #817 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 168× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,504
Rank in United States
#817
Coordinates
42.53°N, 70.93°W
~8 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
654 km
406 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 Peabody
- Lynn92,457 people · ~7 km away
- Revere53,422 people · ~15 km away
- East Boston43,066 people · ~19 km away
- Somerville80,318 people · ~21 km away
- Boston653,833 people · ~22 km away
- Cambridge110,402 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Peabody?
Peabody has a population of 52,504 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #817 biggest city in United States.
What state is Peabody in?
Peabody is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Peabody the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 654 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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