Leland Population 2026
Leland has a population of 17,924, making it the #2662 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 491× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,924
Rank in United States
#2662
Coordinates
34.26°N, 78.04°W
~7 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
524 km
325 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 Leland
- Wilmington115,933 people · ~9 km away
- North Myrtle Beach15,579 people · ~76 km away
- Jacksonville67,357 people · ~79 km away
- Lumberton21,667 people · ~97 km away
- Myrtle Beach31,035 people · ~100 km away
- Conway21,053 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leland?
Leland has a population of 17,924 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2662 biggest city in United States.
What state is Leland in?
Leland is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Leland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 524 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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