Jefferson City Population 2026
Jefferson City has a population of 42,595, making it the #1038 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 207× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,595
Rank in United States
#1038
Coordinates
38.58°N, 92.17°W
~192 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,312 km
815 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near Jefferson City
- Columbia129,330 people · ~44 km away
- Rolla20,019 people · ~78 km away
- Sedalia21,516 people · ~93 km away
- Fort Leonard Wood15,061 people · ~97 km away
- Wentzville35,603 people · ~118 km away
- O'Fallon85,040 people · ~131 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jefferson City?
Jefferson City has a population of 42,595 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1038 biggest city in United States.
What state is Jefferson City in?
Jefferson City is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Jefferson City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,312 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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