Bowling Green Population 2026
Bowling Green has a population of 63,616, making it the #628 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 138× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,616
Rank in United States
#628
Coordinates
36.99°N, 86.44°W
~161 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
851 km
528 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
| Georgetown | 32,356 | #1431 |
Cities near Bowling Green
- Springfield16,808 people · ~66 km away
- Gallatin34,334 people · ~67 km away
- Hendersonville56,018 people · ~78 km away
- Goodlettsville16,994 people · ~78 km away
- Lebanon30,262 people · ~88 km away
- Mount Juliet31,540 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bowling Green?
Bowling Green has a population of 63,616 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #628 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bowling Green in?
Bowling Green is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Bowling Green the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 851 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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