Sparta Population 2026
Sparta has a population of 19,722, making it the #2417 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 446× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,722
Rank in United States
#2417
Coordinates
41.03°N, 74.64°W
~228 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
313 km
194 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Sparta
- Hopatcong Hills16,267 people · ~10 km away
- Dover18,346 people · ~18 km away
- Denville16,669 people · ~21 km away
- Randolph25,734 people · ~21 km away
- West Milford26,968 people · ~25 km away
- Parsippany51,144 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sparta?
Sparta has a population of 19,722 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2417 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sparta in?
Sparta is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Sparta the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 313 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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