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Manhattan, United States

Major city Β· Population 1.5M

Manhattan is the 10th largest city in United States with a population of approximately 1,487,536 people as of 2026. This makes it the 316th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.44% of United States's total population of 340.1M. Manhattan is classified as a major city and operates in the America/New_York timezone.

Population

1,487,536

Global Rank

#316

Country Rank

#10

% of United States

0.44%

Manhattan on the Map

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United States at a Glance

Country Population

340,110,988

Capital

Washington, D.C.

Region

North America

Major Cities

356

GDP per Capita

$84,534

Life Expectancy

78.4 years

Urban Population

80.1%

Growth Rate

0.00%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Manhattan with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Manhattan by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Upper West Side226,989<1 km
East Harlem115,9212 km
Harlem116,3453 km
Astoria150,1653 km
Washington Heights152,6138 km
New York City8,804,1908 km
Elmhurst113,3649 km
Corona109,69810 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Manhattan?

The population of Manhattan, United States is approximately 1,487,536 people, making it the 316th largest city in the world and the 10th largest in United States.

Is Manhattan the capital of United States?

No, the capital of United States is Washington, D.C.. Manhattan is the 10th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Manhattan in?

Manhattan is in the America/New_York timezone.