Worcester Population 2026
Worcester has a population of 206,518, making it the #116 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
206,518
Rank in United States
#116
Coordinates
42.26°N, 71.80°W
~147 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
579 km
360 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Springfield | 154,341 | #174 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
| Fall River | 94,000 | #355 |
Cities near Worcester
- Shrewsbury33,893 people · ~8 km away
- Milford25,055 people · ~27 km away
- Leominster41,569 people · ~29 km away
- Framingham68,318 people · ~32 km away
- Fitchburg40,545 people · ~36 km away
- Woonsocket41,475 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Worcester?
Worcester has a population of 206,518 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #116 biggest city in United States.
What state is Worcester in?
Worcester is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Worcester the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 579 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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