United States Population (2026)
Population of United States with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of United States
United States ranks #1 by population among 20 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about United States
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°54′25.9″N 77°2′12.8″W (38.9072, -77.0369) |
| Capital | Washington, D.C. |
| Population | 335.000.000 |
| Area | 3.796.742 sq mi |
| ISO code | US |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | USA |
| Currency | US dollar (USD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +1 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 9:58 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Population by state in United States
51 states and provinces mapped in this atlas
Population by national park in United States
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Summary
United States is a country in North America. United States is a country in North America with its capital at Washington, D.C. It has a population of about 335 million. The capital is Washington, D.C..
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in United States with clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 65°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 72%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit United States is April, June, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 396 mi away. Nearby highlights include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Badlands National Park and Big Bend National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in United States today at 8.5/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 38°54′25.9″N 77°2′12.8″W (38.9072, -77.0369)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is United States?
United States is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 38.9072, -77.0369. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in United States right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 42% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit United States?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in United States, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is United States in?
United States observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:58 PM.
How many people live in United States?
United States has a population of approximately 335 million.
What is the nearest airport to United States?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 396 mi away, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 1.191 mi away and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 1.315 mi away.
What are the top things to do in United States?
Popular options include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Badlands National Park, Big Bend National Park, Biscayne National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
What places are in United States?
United States covers 52 places in this atlas, including California, Florida, New York, Arizona, Hawaii and Nevada.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
