Westminster Population 2026
Westminster has a population of 18,670, making it the #2566 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Maryland. It is about 472× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,670
Rank in United States
#2566
Coordinates
39.58°N, 77.00°W
~233 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
76 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maryland
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 585,708 | #30 |
| Columbia | 99,615 | #327 |
| Germantown | 86,395 | #411 |
| Silver Spring | 71,452 | #535 |
| Frederick | 69,479 | #551 |
| Waldorf | 67,752 | #570 |
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | #572 |
| Gaithersburg | 67,456 | #575 |
Cities near Westminster
- Eldersburg30,531 people · ~19 km away
- Hanover15,496 people · ~25 km away
- Woodlawn37,879 people · ~36 km away
- Gwynn Oak47,092 people · ~37 km away
- Ellicott City65,834 people · ~38 km away
- Towson55,197 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Westminster?
Westminster has a population of 18,670 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2566 biggest city in United States.
What state is Westminster in?
Westminster is located in Maryland, United States.
Is Westminster the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 76 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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