West Milford Population 2026
West Milford has a population of 26,968, making it the #1744 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 326× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,968
Rank in United States
#1744
Coordinates
41.13°N, 74.37°W
~212 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
337 km
209 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 West Milford
- Wayne57,915 people · ~24 km away
- Monsey18,412 people · ~25 km away
- Sparta19,722 people · ~25 km away
- Spring Valley32,598 people · ~27 km away
- Denville16,669 people · ~28 km away
- Kiryas Joel32,954 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Milford?
West Milford has a population of 26,968 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1744 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Milford in?
West Milford is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is West Milford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 337 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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