Springfield Population 2026
Springfield has a population of 154,341, making it the #174 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 57× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,341
Rank in United States
#174
Coordinates
42.10°N, 72.59°W
~25 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
518 km
322 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Worcester | 206,518 | #116 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
| Fall River | 94,000 | #355 |
Cities near Springfield
- Chicopee56,741 people · ~5 km away
- North Chicopee55,179 people · ~9 km away
- Holyoke40,684 people · ~12 km away
- Westfield41,690 people · ~13 km away
- Enfield45,212 people · ~14 km away
- South Hadley17,652 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Springfield?
Springfield has a population of 154,341 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #174 biggest city in United States.
What state is Springfield in?
Springfield is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Springfield the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 518 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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