Culpeper Population 2026
Culpeper has a population of 17,557, making it the #2710 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 501× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,557
Rank in United States
#2710
Coordinates
38.47°N, 78.00°W
~126 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
96 km
60 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Culpeper
- Linton Hall35,725 people · ~49 km away
- Fredericksburg28,118 people · ~50 km away
- Front Royal15,070 people · ~52 km away
- Manassas41,764 people · ~55 km away
- Buckhall16,293 people · ~57 km away
- Manassas Park15,726 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Culpeper?
Culpeper has a population of 17,557 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2710 biggest city in United States.
What state is Culpeper in?
Culpeper is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Culpeper the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 96 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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