Portland Population 2026
Portland has a population of 66,881, making it the #582 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 132× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,881
Rank in United States
#582
Coordinates
43.66°N, 70.26°W
~19 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
775 km
481 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maine
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Lewiston | 36,202 | #1249 |
| Bangor | 32,391 | #1428 |
| West Scarborough | 27,706 | #1696 |
| South Portland | 25,556 | #1838 |
| South Portland Gardens | 23,893 | #1991 |
| Auburn | 22,871 | #2078 |
| Biddeford | 21,282 | #2231 |
| Sanford | 20,893 | #2267 |
Cities near Portland
- South Portland25,556 people · ~2 km away
- South Portland Gardens23,893 people · ~5 km away
- Westbrook17,978 people · ~9 km away
- West Scarborough27,706 people · ~14 km away
- Saco19,078 people · ~23 km away
- Biddeford21,282 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Portland?
Portland has a population of 66,881 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #582 biggest city in United States.
What state is Portland in?
Portland is located in Maine, United States.
Is Portland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 775 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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