Murfreesboro Population 2026
Murfreesboro has a population of 165,430, making it the #161 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 53× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
165,430
Rank in United States
#161
Coordinates
35.85°N, 86.39°W
~186 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
893 km
555 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
| Cordova | 68,779 | #558 |
Cities near Murfreesboro
- Smyrna46,607 people · ~19 km away
- La Vergne34,794 people · ~26 km away
- Shelbyville21,317 people · ~41 km away
- Brentwood41,763 people · ~41 km away
- Mount Juliet31,540 people · ~41 km away
- Lebanon30,262 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Murfreesboro?
Murfreesboro has a population of 165,430 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #161 biggest city in United States.
What state is Murfreesboro in?
Murfreesboro is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Murfreesboro the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 893 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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