Lenoir Population 2026
Lenoir has a population of 17,888, making it the #2664 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 492× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,888
Rank in United States
#2664
Coordinates
35.91°N, 81.54°W
~357 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
518 km
322 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 Lenoir
- Morganton16,692 people · ~23 km away
- Hickory40,374 people · ~27 km away
- Boone18,156 people · ~36 km away
- Statesville26,221 people · ~61 km away
- Shelby20,189 people · ~69 km away
- Mooresville36,009 people · ~75 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lenoir?
Lenoir has a population of 17,888 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2664 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lenoir in?
Lenoir is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Lenoir the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 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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