Oak Ridge Population 2026
Oak Ridge has a population of 29,302, making it the #1589 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 300× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,302
Rank in United States
#1589
Coordinates
36.01°N, 84.27°W
~259 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
714 km
443 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 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
Cities near Oak Ridge
- Farragut21,919 people · ~17 km away
- Knoxville190,740 people · ~32 km away
- Maryville28,464 people · ~39 km away
- Sevierville16,490 people · ~66 km away
- Morristown29,478 people · ~90 km away
- Cleveland43,898 people · ~109 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Oak Ridge?
Oak Ridge has a population of 29,302 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1589 biggest city in United States.
What state is Oak Ridge in?
Oak Ridge is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Oak Ridge the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 714 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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