Asheboro Population 2026
Asheboro has a population of 26,103, making it the #1801 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 337× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,103
Rank in United States
#1801
Coordinates
35.71°N, 79.81°W
~256 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
431 km
268 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 Asheboro
- Thomasville27,061 people · ~31 km away
- High Point110,268 people · ~33 km away
- Greensboro285,342 people · ~41 km away
- Lexington19,326 people · ~42 km away
- Kernersville23,811 people · ~51 km away
- Albemarle16,003 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Asheboro?
Asheboro has a population of 26,103 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1801 biggest city in United States.
What state is Asheboro in?
Asheboro is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Asheboro the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 431 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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