Fort Thomas Population 2026
Fort Thomas has a population of 16,398, making it the #2868 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 537× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,398
Rank in United States
#2868
Coordinates
39.08°N, 84.45°W
~262 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
641 km
398 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 Fort Thomas
- Newport15,354 people · ~5 km away
- Covington40,997 people · ~5 km away
- Cincinnati311,097 people · ~8 km away
- Norwood19,915 people · ~9 km away
- Erlanger18,797 people · ~15 km away
- Independence26,819 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Thomas?
Fort Thomas has a population of 16,398 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2868 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Thomas in?
Fort Thomas is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Fort Thomas the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 641 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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