Westerly Population 2026
Westerly has a population of 17,936, making it the #2660 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Rhode Island. It is about 491× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,936
Rank in United States
#2660
Coordinates
41.38°N, 71.83°W
~11 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
522 km
324 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rhode Island
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | 190,934 | #133 |
| Warwick | 81,699 | #442 |
| Cranston | 81,073 | #447 |
| Pawtucket | 71,591 | #532 |
| East Providence | 47,408 | #934 |
| Woonsocket | 41,475 | #1069 |
| Coventry | 35,525 | #1288 |
| Cumberland | 34,843 | #1307 |
Cities near Westerly
- New London27,179 people · ~23 km away
- Waterford19,281 people · ~26 km away
- Norwich39,899 people · ~26 km away
- South Kingstown30,826 people · ~26 km away
- Montville Center20,180 people · ~29 km away
- Narragansett15,868 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Westerly?
Westerly has a population of 17,936 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2660 biggest city in United States.
What state is Westerly in?
Westerly is located in Rhode Island, United States.
Is Westerly the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 522 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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