Olathe Population 2026
Olathe has a population of 134,305, making it the #208 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 66× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
134,305
Rank in United States
#208
Coordinates
38.88°N, 94.82°W
~315 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,537 km
954 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
| Lenexa | 52,490 | #819 |
Cities near Olathe
- Lenexa52,490 people · ~11 km away
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~17 km away
- Shawnee65,046 people · ~20 km away
- Leawood34,579 people · ~20 km away
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~31 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Olathe?
Olathe has a population of 134,305 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #208 biggest city in United States.
What state is Olathe in?
Olathe is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Olathe the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,537 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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