South Lake Tahoe Population 2026
South Lake Tahoe has a population of 21,706, making it the #2191 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 406× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,706
Rank in United States
#2191
Coordinates
38.93°N, 119.98°W
~1,901 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,680 km
2,285 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near South Lake Tahoe
- Carson City58,639 people · ~32 km away
- Truckee16,299 people · ~47 km away
- Reno264,165 people · ~68 km away
- Sparks96,094 people · ~70 km away
- Sun Valley19,299 people · ~76 km away
- Spanish Springs15,064 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of South Lake Tahoe?
South Lake Tahoe has a population of 21,706 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2191 biggest city in United States.
What state is South Lake Tahoe in?
South Lake Tahoe is located in California, United States.
Is South Lake Tahoe the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,680 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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