Woonsocket Population 2026
Woonsocket has a population of 41,475, making it the #1069 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Rhode Island. It is about 212× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,475
Rank in United States
#1069
Coordinates
42.00°N, 71.51°W
~55 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
581 km
361 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 |
| Coventry | 35,525 | #1288 |
| Cumberland | 34,843 | #1307 |
| North Providence | 33,835 | #1356 |
Cities near Woonsocket
- Cumberland34,843 people · ~8 km away
- Milford25,055 people · ~15 km away
- North Providence33,835 people · ~17 km away
- Pawtucket71,591 people · ~18 km away
- Attleboro44,284 people · ~20 km away
- Providence190,934 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Woonsocket?
Woonsocket has a population of 41,475 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1069 biggest city in United States.
What state is Woonsocket in?
Woonsocket is located in Rhode Island, United States.
Is Woonsocket the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 581 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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