Prescott Population 2026
Prescott has a population of 41,899, making it the #1057 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. It is about 210× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,899
Rank in United States
#1057
Coordinates
34.54°N, 112.47°W
~1,638 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,175 km
1,972 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Prescott
- Prescott Valley42,197 people · ~16 km away
- Flagstaff70,320 people · ~104 km away
- Peoria190,985 people · ~109 km away
- Payson15,345 people · ~110 km away
- Glendale240,126 people · ~114 km away
- Scottsdale236,839 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Prescott?
Prescott has a population of 41,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1057 biggest city in United States.
What state is Prescott in?
Prescott is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Prescott the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,175 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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