Norfolk Population 2026
Norfolk has a population of 24,366, making it the #1943 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Nebraska. It is about 361× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,366
Rank in United States
#1943
Coordinates
42.03°N, 97.42°W
~464 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,755 km
1,090 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nebraska
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | 486,051 | #38 |
| Lincoln | 294,757 | #67 |
| Bellevue | 55,510 | #762 |
| Grand Island | 51,440 | #845 |
| Kearney | 33,021 | #1396 |
| Fremont | 26,474 | #1774 |
| Hastings | 24,924 | #1889 |
| North Platte | 24,194 | #1961 |
Cities near Norfolk
- Columbus22,797 people · ~67 km away
- Sioux City82,821 people · ~99 km away
- Fremont26,474 people · ~101 km away
- Grand Island51,440 people · ~145 km away
- La Vista16,921 people · ~149 km away
- Omaha486,051 people · ~150 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Norfolk?
Norfolk has a population of 24,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1943 biggest city in United States.
What state is Norfolk in?
Norfolk is located in Nebraska, United States.
Is Norfolk the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,755 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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