Matthews Population 2026
Matthews has a population of 30,678, making it the #1509 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 287× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,678
Rank in United States
#1509
Coordinates
35.12°N, 80.72°W
~222 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
533 km
331 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 Matthews
- Stallings15,270 people · ~4 km away
- Indian Trail37,073 people · ~7 km away
- Mint Hill25,627 people · ~10 km away
- Charlotte911,311 people · ~16 km away
- Monroe34,623 people · ~22 km away
- Huntersville52,704 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matthews?
Matthews has a population of 30,678 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1509 biggest city in United States.
What state is Matthews in?
Matthews is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Matthews the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 533 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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