Kannapolis Population 2026
Kannapolis has a population of 46,144, making it the #956 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 191× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,144
Rank in United States
#956
Coordinates
35.49°N, 80.62°W
~244 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
494 km
307 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 Kannapolis
- Concord87,696 people · ~9 km away
- Mooresville36,009 people · ~20 km away
- Cornelius28,092 people · ~22 km away
- Huntersville52,704 people · ~22 km away
- Salisbury34,017 people · ~24 km away
- Mint Hill25,627 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kannapolis?
Kannapolis has a population of 46,144 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #956 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kannapolis in?
Kannapolis is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Kannapolis the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 494 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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