Plattsburgh Population 2026
Plattsburgh has a population of 19,806, making it the #2407 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 445× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,806
Rank in United States
#2407
Coordinates
44.70°N, 73.45°W
~42 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
710 km
441 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Plattsburgh
- Colchester16,986 people · ~30 km away
- Burlington42,452 people · ~31 km away
- South Burlington18,791 people · ~34 km away
- Rutland15,824 people · ~127 km away
- Queensbury27,703 people · ~148 km away
- Wilton17,361 people · ~171 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Plattsburgh?
Plattsburgh has a population of 19,806 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2407 biggest city in United States.
What state is Plattsburgh in?
Plattsburgh is located in New York, United States.
Is Plattsburgh the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 710 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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