Nashville Population 2026
Nashville has a population of 689,447, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
689,447
Rank in United States
#21
Coordinates
36.17°N, 86.78°W
~170 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
911 km
566 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| 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 Nashville
- Brentwood41,763 people · ~15 km away
- Hermitage37,814 people · ~15 km away
- Goodlettsville16,994 people · ~19 km away
- Hendersonville56,018 people · ~21 km away
- Mount Juliet31,540 people · ~24 km away
- La Vergne34,794 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nashville?
Nashville has a population of 689,447 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in United States.
What state is Nashville in?
Nashville is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Nashville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 911 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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