Olive Branch Population 2026
Olive Branch has a population of 36,010, making it the #1261 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 244× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,010
Rank in United States
#1261
Coordinates
34.96°N, 89.83°W
~118 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,217 km
756 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Tupelo | 35,680 | #1282 |
Cities near Olive Branch
- Germantown39,240 people · ~14 km away
- Southaven52,589 people · ~17 km away
- Collierville48,863 people · ~17 km away
- Horn Lake26,915 people · ~19 km away
- Hernando15,503 people · ~21 km away
- Cordova68,779 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Olive Branch?
Olive Branch has a population of 36,010 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1261 biggest city in United States.
What state is Olive Branch in?
Olive Branch is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Olive Branch the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,217 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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