Leavenworth Population 2026
Leavenworth has a population of 35,980, making it the #1265 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 245× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,980
Rank in United States
#1265
Coordinates
39.31°N, 94.92°W
~256 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,542 km
958 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
Cities near Leavenworth
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~34 km away
- Gladstone26,861 people · ~34 km away
- Shawnee65,046 people · ~35 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~38 km away
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~43 km away
- Lenexa52,490 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leavenworth?
Leavenworth has a population of 35,980 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1265 biggest city in United States.
What state is Leavenworth in?
Leavenworth is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Leavenworth the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,542 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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