Danville Population 2026
Danville has a population of 42,082, making it the #1051 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 209× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,082
Rank in United States
#1051
Coordinates
36.59°N, 79.40°W
~162 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
330 km
205 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 Danville
- Eden15,403 people · ~35 km away
- Burlington52,472 people · ~55 km away
- Greensboro285,342 people · ~67 km away
- Durham257,636 people · ~79 km away
- Kernersville23,811 people · ~80 km away
- Carrboro21,156 people · ~80 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Danville?
Danville has a population of 42,082 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1051 biggest city in United States.
What state is Danville in?
Danville is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Danville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 330 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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