Kingsport Population 2026
Kingsport has a population of 53,014, making it the #805 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 166× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,014
Rank in United States
#805
Coordinates
36.55°N, 82.56°W
~369 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
551 km
342 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
Cities near Kingsport
- Johnson City66,027 people · ~32 km away
- Bristol26,666 people · ~34 km away
- Bristol17,141 people · ~34 km away
- Greeneville15,094 people · ~49 km away
- Morristown29,478 people · ~75 km away
- Boone18,156 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kingsport?
Kingsport has a population of 53,014 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #805 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kingsport in?
Kingsport is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Kingsport the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 551 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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