Danville Population 2026
Danville has a population of 16,690, making it the #2812 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 528× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,690
Rank in United States
#2812
Coordinates
37.65°N, 84.77°W
~300 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
689 km
428 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Danville
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~31 km away
- Richmond33,533 people · ~44 km away
- Lexington320,347 people · ~46 km away
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~53 km away
- Frankfort28,391 people · ~62 km away
- Winchester18,446 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Danville?
Danville has a population of 16,690 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2812 biggest city in United States.
What state is Danville in?
Danville is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Danville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 689 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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