Leawood Population 2026
Leawood has a population of 34,579, making it the #1322 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 255× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,579
Rank in United States
#1322
Coordinates
38.97°N, 94.62°W
~287 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,518 km
943 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 Leawood
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~5 km away
- Lenexa52,490 people · ~10 km away
- Shawnee65,046 people · ~12 km away
- Raytown29,401 people · ~14 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~15 km away
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leawood?
Leawood has a population of 34,579 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1322 biggest city in United States.
What state is Leawood in?
Leawood is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Leawood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,518 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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