Salisbury Population 2026
Salisbury has a population of 32,899, making it the #1403 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 268× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,899
Rank in United States
#1403
Coordinates
38.36°N, 75.60°W
~7 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
138 km
86 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Salisbury
- Easton16,617 people · ~62 km away
- Dover39,403 people · ~89 km away
- Annapolis40,812 people · ~104 km away
- Severna Park37,634 people · ~114 km away
- Bowie58,025 people · ~118 km away
- St. Charles33,379 people · ~119 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Salisbury?
Salisbury has a population of 32,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1403 biggest city in United States.
What state is Salisbury in?
Salisbury is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Salisbury the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 138 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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