Sanford Population 2026
Sanford has a population of 20,893, making it the #2267 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maine. It is about 421× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,893
Rank in United States
#2267
Coordinates
43.44°N, 70.77°W
~92 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
728 km
452 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maine
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | 66,881 | #582 |
| 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 |
Cities near Sanford
- Rochester30,038 people · ~22 km away
- Biddeford21,282 people · ~27 km away
- Saco19,078 people · ~28 km away
- Dover30,880 people · ~28 km away
- West Scarborough27,706 people · ~34 km away
- Portsmouth21,530 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sanford?
Sanford has a population of 20,893 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2267 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sanford in?
Sanford is located in Maine, United States.
Is Sanford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 728 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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