Martinsburg Population 2026
Martinsburg has a population of 17,700, making it the #2690 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in West Virginia. It is about 497× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,700
Rank in United States
#2690
Coordinates
39.46°N, 77.96°W
~138 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
101 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | 48,638 | #906 |
| Charleston | 46,838 | #943 |
| Parkersburg | 30,991 | #1482 |
| Morgantown | 30,708 | #1507 |
| Wheeling | 27,648 | #1700 |
| Weirton Heights | 19,450 | #2442 |
| Weirton | 19,175 | #2489 |
| Fairmont | 18,733 | #2555 |
Cities near Martinsburg
- Hagerstown40,432 people · ~29 km away
- Winchester27,284 people · ~35 km away
- Ballenger Creek18,274 people · ~46 km away
- Frederick69,479 people · ~48 km away
- Leesburg51,209 people · ~51 km away
- Chambersburg20,691 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Martinsburg?
Martinsburg has a population of 17,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2690 biggest city in United States.
What state is Martinsburg in?
Martinsburg is located in West Virginia, United States.
Is Martinsburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 101 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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