Memphis Population 2026
Memphis has a population of 633,104, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
633,104
Rank in United States
#28
Coordinates
35.15°N, 90.05°W
~78 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,227 km
762 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
| Cordova | 68,779 | #558 |
Cities near Memphis
- West Memphis25,052 people · ~12 km away
- Bartlett58,579 people · ~17 km away
- Southaven52,589 people · ~18 km away
- Horn Lake26,915 people · ~22 km away
- Germantown39,240 people · ~23 km away
- Cordova68,779 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Memphis?
Memphis has a population of 633,104 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in United States.
What state is Memphis in?
Memphis is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Memphis the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,227 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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