Lexington Population 2026
Lexington has a population of 320,347, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
320,347
Rank in United States
#58
Coordinates
37.99°N, 84.48°W
~295 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
656 km
407 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
| Georgetown | 32,356 | #1431 |
Cities near Lexington
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~7 km away
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~15 km away
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~26 km away
- Winchester18,446 people · ~26 km away
- Richmond33,533 people · ~31 km away
- Frankfort28,391 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lexington?
Lexington has a population of 320,347 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lexington in?
Lexington is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Lexington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 656 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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