Erlanger Population 2026
Erlanger has a population of 18,797, making it the #2548 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 468× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,797
Rank in United States
#2548
Coordinates
39.02°N, 84.60°W
~278 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
654 km
406 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 Erlanger
- Florence32,227 people · ~3 km away
- Independence26,819 people · ~10 km away
- Burlington15,926 people · ~11 km away
- Covington40,997 people · ~11 km away
- Newport15,354 people · ~12 km away
- Cincinnati311,097 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Erlanger?
Erlanger has a population of 18,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2548 biggest city in United States.
What state is Erlanger in?
Erlanger is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Erlanger the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 654 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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