Greenville Population 2026
Greenville has a population of 90,597, making it the #377 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 97× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
90,597
Rank in United States
#377
Coordinates
35.61°N, 77.37°W
~18 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
366 km
227 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Greenville
FAQ
What is the population of Greenville?
Greenville has a population of 90,597 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #377 biggest city in United States.
What state is Greenville in?
Greenville is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Greenville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 366 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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