Kansas City Population 2026
Kansas City has a population of 475,378, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
475,378
Rank in United States
#40
Coordinates
39.10°N, 94.58°W
~274 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,514 km
940 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Saint Charles | 65,794 | #598 |
Cities near Kansas City
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~5 km away
- Gladstone26,861 people · ~12 km away
- Shawnee65,046 people · ~14 km away
- Independence117,255 people · ~14 km away
- Raytown29,401 people · ~14 km away
- Leawood34,579 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kansas City?
Kansas City has a population of 475,378 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kansas City in?
Kansas City is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Kansas City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,514 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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