Shelton Population 2026
Shelton has a population of 41,296, making it the #1072 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 213× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,296
Rank in United States
#1072
Coordinates
41.32°N, 73.09°W
~19 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
430 km
267 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near Shelton
- Milford52,759 people · ~11 km away
- Trumbull36,018 people · ~12 km away
- West Haven54,927 people · ~13 km away
- New Haven130,322 people · ~14 km away
- Stratford51,384 people · ~15 km away
- Bridgeport147,629 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shelton?
Shelton has a population of 41,296 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1072 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shelton in?
Shelton is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Shelton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 430 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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