Frankfort Population 2026
Frankfort has a population of 28,391, making it the #1639 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 310× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,391
Rank in United States
#1639
Coordinates
38.20°N, 84.87°W
~155 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
686 km
426 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 Frankfort
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~27 km away
- Shelbyville15,253 people · ~31 km away
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~40 km away
- Lexington320,347 people · ~42 km away
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~44 km away
- Jeffersontown26,946 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Frankfort?
Frankfort has a population of 28,391 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1639 biggest city in United States.
What state is Frankfort in?
Frankfort is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Frankfort the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 686 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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