Portsmouth Population 2026
Portsmouth has a population of 17,756, making it the #2682 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Rhode Island. It is about 496× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,756
Rank in United States
#2682
Coordinates
41.60°N, 71.25°W
~43 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
576 km
358 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 |
| Pawtucket | 71,591 | #532 |
| East Providence | 47,408 | #934 |
| Woonsocket | 41,475 | #1069 |
| Coventry | 35,525 | #1288 |
| Cumberland | 34,843 | #1307 |
Cities near Portsmouth
- Middletown17,303 people · ~7 km away
- Bristol22,795 people · ~8 km away
- Newport24,232 people · ~14 km away
- Fall River94,000 people · ~14 km away
- Barrington16,669 people · ~16 km away
- Warwick81,699 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Portsmouth?
Portsmouth has a population of 17,756 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2682 biggest city in United States.
What state is Portsmouth in?
Portsmouth is located in Rhode Island, United States.
Is Portsmouth the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 576 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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