Stratford Population 2026
Stratford has a population of 51,384, making it the #847 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 171× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,384
Rank in United States
#847
Coordinates
41.18°N, 73.13°W
~7 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
419 km
260 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 Stratford
- Bridgeport147,629 people · ~5 km away
- Milford52,759 people · ~8 km away
- Trumbull36,018 people · ~9 km away
- Fairfield59,052 people · ~12 km away
- Shelton41,296 people · ~15 km away
- West Haven54,927 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stratford?
Stratford has a population of 51,384 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #847 biggest city in United States.
What state is Stratford in?
Stratford is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Stratford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 419 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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