Cape Girardeau Population 2026
Cape Girardeau has a population of 39,462, making it the #1132 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 223× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,462
Rank in United States
#1132
Coordinates
37.31°N, 89.52°W
~108 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,105 km
686 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near Cape Girardeau
- Sikeston16,436 people · ~48 km away
- Carbondale26,399 people · ~54 km away
- Marion17,803 people · ~70 km away
- Paducah24,864 people · ~85 km away
- Farmington18,181 people · ~96 km away
- Poplar Bluff17,266 people · ~99 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cape Girardeau?
Cape Girardeau has a population of 39,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1132 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cape Girardeau in?
Cape Girardeau is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Cape Girardeau the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,105 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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