Waterford Population 2026
Waterford has a population of 19,281, making it the #2467 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 457× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,281
Rank in United States
#2467
Coordinates
41.34°N, 72.14°W
~9 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
498 km
309 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 Waterford
- New London27,179 people · ~3 km away
- Montville Center20,180 people · ~15 km away
- Norwich39,899 people · ~21 km away
- Westerly17,936 people · ~26 km away
- Windham23,072 people · ~40 km away
- Plainfield15,498 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waterford?
Waterford has a population of 19,281 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2467 biggest city in United States.
What state is Waterford in?
Waterford is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Waterford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 498 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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