Jeffersontown Population 2026
Jeffersontown has a population of 26,946, making it the #1745 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 327× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,946
Rank in United States
#1745
Coordinates
38.19°N, 85.56°W
~214 m elevation · America/Kentucky/Louisville
Distance to capital (Washington)
745 km
463 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 Jeffersontown
- Fern Creek18,409 people · ~4 km away
- Newburg19,967 people · ~9 km away
- Jeffersonville46,960 people · ~18 km away
- Louisville624,444 people · ~18 km away
- Clarksville21,866 people · ~21 km away
- New Albany36,732 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jeffersontown?
Jeffersontown has a population of 26,946 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1745 biggest city in United States.
What state is Jeffersontown in?
Jeffersontown is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Jeffersontown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 745 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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