Aiken Population 2026
Aiken has a population of 30,604, making it the #1514 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 288× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,604
Rank in United States
#1514
Coordinates
33.56°N, 81.72°W
~157 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
727 km
451 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near Aiken
- North Augusta22,522 people · ~24 km away
- Augusta43,459 people · ~26 km away
- Martinez35,795 people · ~33 km away
- Evans29,011 people · ~38 km away
- Lexington20,138 people · ~65 km away
- Seven Oaks15,144 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Aiken?
Aiken has a population of 30,604 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1514 biggest city in United States.
What state is Aiken in?
Aiken is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Aiken the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 727 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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