Great Bend Population 2026
Great Bend has a population of 15,717, making it the #2980 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 560× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,717
Rank in United States
#2980
Coordinates
38.36°N, 98.76°W
~564 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,884 km
1,170 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
Cities near Great Bend
- Hays21,092 people · ~75 km away
- Hutchinson41,569 people · ~80 km away
- Salina47,813 people · ~113 km away
- Dodge City27,912 people · ~129 km away
- Newton19,216 people · ~129 km away
- Wichita396,119 people · ~146 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Great Bend?
Great Bend has a population of 15,717 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2980 biggest city in United States.
What state is Great Bend in?
Great Bend is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Great Bend the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,884 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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