Traverse City Population 2026
Traverse City has a population of 15,218, making it the #3064 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 579× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,218
Rank in United States
#3064
Coordinates
44.76°N, 85.62°W
~182 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
964 km
599 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Traverse City
- Mount Pleasant26,060 people · ~146 km away
- Midland42,200 people · ~168 km away
- Muskegon38,401 people · ~177 km away
- Manitowoc33,010 people · ~178 km away
- Norton Shores24,208 people · ~185 km away
- Bellevue15,317 people · ~185 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Traverse City?
Traverse City has a population of 15,218 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3064 biggest city in United States.
What state is Traverse City in?
Traverse City is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Traverse City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 964 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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