Nicholasville Population 2026
Nicholasville has a population of 29,754, making it the #1564 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 296× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,754
Rank in United States
#1564
Coordinates
37.88°N, 84.57°W
~286 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
666 km
414 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Nicholasville
- Lexington320,347 people · ~15 km away
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~21 km away
- Richmond33,533 people · ~29 km away
- Danville16,690 people · ~31 km away
- Winchester18,446 people · ~37 km away
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nicholasville?
Nicholasville has a population of 29,754 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1564 biggest city in United States.
What state is Nicholasville in?
Nicholasville is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Nicholasville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 666 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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