West Sacramento Population 2026
West Sacramento has a population of 52,721, making it the #810 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 167× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,721
Rank in United States
#810
Coordinates
38.58°N, 121.53°W
~6 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,820 km
2,372 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near West Sacramento
- Sacramento524,943 people · ~3 km away
- Arden-Arcade92,186 people · ~13 km away
- Davis67,666 people · ~19 km away
- Elk Grove166,913 people · ~24 km away
- Woodland58,567 people · ~24 km away
- Citrus Heights87,056 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Sacramento?
West Sacramento has a population of 52,721 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #810 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Sacramento in?
West Sacramento is located in California, United States.
Is West Sacramento the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,820 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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