Kinston Population 2026
Kinston has a population of 21,337, making it the #2227 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 413× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,337
Rank in United States
#2227
Coordinates
35.26°N, 77.58°W
~13 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
407 km
253 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 Kinston
- Goldsboro35,826 people · ~40 km away
- Greenville90,597 people · ~44 km away
- New Bern30,070 people · ~52 km away
- Jacksonville67,357 people · ~58 km away
- Wilson49,643 people · ~59 km away
- Havelock20,364 people · ~75 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kinston?
Kinston has a population of 21,337 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2227 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kinston in?
Kinston is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Kinston the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 407 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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