Boone Population 2026
Boone has a population of 18,156, making it the #2630 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 485× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,156
Rank in United States
#2630
Coordinates
36.22°N, 81.67°W
~981 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
506 km
314 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 Boone
FAQ
What is the population of Boone?
Boone has a population of 18,156 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2630 biggest city in United States.
What state is Boone in?
Boone is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Boone the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 506 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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