Clemson Population 2026
Clemson has a population of 15,446, making it the #3022 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 570× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,446
Rank in United States
#3022
Coordinates
34.68°N, 82.84°W
~221 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
697 km
433 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near Clemson
- Anderson27,335 people · ~26 km away
- Easley20,765 people · ~27 km away
- Greenville64,579 people · ~45 km away
- Mauldin25,135 people · ~49 km away
- Simpsonville20,736 people · ~54 km away
- Taylors21,617 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Clemson?
Clemson has a population of 15,446 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3022 biggest city in United States.
What state is Clemson in?
Clemson is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Clemson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 697 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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