Morganton Population 2026
Morganton has a population of 16,692, making it the #2811 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 527× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,692
Rank in United States
#2811
Coordinates
35.75°N, 81.68°W
~352 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
540 km
335 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 Morganton
FAQ
What is the population of Morganton?
Morganton has a population of 16,692 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2811 biggest city in United States.
What state is Morganton in?
Morganton is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Morganton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 540 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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