Shrewsbury Population 2026
Shrewsbury has a population of 33,893, making it the #1351 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 260× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,893
Rank in United States
#1351
Coordinates
42.30°N, 71.71°W
~198 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
587 km
365 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Worcester | 206,518 | #116 |
| Springfield | 154,341 | #174 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
Cities near Shrewsbury
- Worcester206,518 people · ~8 km away
- Milford25,055 people · ~24 km away
- Framingham68,318 people · ~24 km away
- Leominster41,569 people · ~26 km away
- Fitchburg40,545 people · ~33 km away
- Woonsocket41,475 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury has a population of 33,893 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1351 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shrewsbury in?
Shrewsbury is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Shrewsbury the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 587 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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