Albemarle Population 2026
Albemarle has a population of 16,003, making it the #2927 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 550× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,003
Rank in United States
#2927
Coordinates
35.35°N, 80.20°W
~145 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
484 km
301 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Albemarle
- Concord87,696 people · ~35 km away
- Kannapolis46,144 people · ~41 km away
- Salisbury34,017 people · ~43 km away
- Mint Hill25,627 people · ~45 km away
- Monroe34,623 people · ~52 km away
- Indian Trail37,073 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Albemarle?
Albemarle has a population of 16,003 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2927 biggest city in United States.
What state is Albemarle in?
Albemarle is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Albemarle the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 484 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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