Independence Population 2026
Independence has a population of 26,819, making it the #1754 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 328× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,819
Rank in United States
#1754
Coordinates
38.94°N, 84.54°W
~274 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
649 km
403 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 Independence
- Florence32,227 people · ~9 km away
- Erlanger18,797 people · ~10 km away
- Covington40,997 people · ~16 km away
- Fort Thomas16,398 people · ~17 km away
- Newport15,354 people · ~17 km away
- Burlington15,926 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Independence?
Independence has a population of 26,819 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1754 biggest city in United States.
What state is Independence in?
Independence is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Independence the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 649 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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