Columbus Population 2026
Columbus has a population of 23,168, making it the #2046 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 380× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,168
Rank in United States
#2046
Coordinates
33.50°N, 88.43°W
~66 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,184 km
735 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Columbus
- Starkville25,366 people · ~37 km away
- Northport24,772 people · ~84 km away
- Tuscaloosa111,338 people · ~86 km away
- Tupelo35,680 people · ~89 km away
- Meridian39,661 people · ~128 km away
- Bessemer26,730 people · ~137 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Columbus?
Columbus has a population of 23,168 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2046 biggest city in United States.
What state is Columbus in?
Columbus is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Columbus the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,184 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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