Paducah Population 2026
Paducah has a population of 24,864, making it the #1895 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 354× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,864
Rank in United States
#1895
Coordinates
37.08°N, 88.60°W
~104 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,032 km
641 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 Paducah
- Murray18,954 people · ~58 km away
- Marion17,803 people · ~78 km away
- Cape Girardeau39,462 people · ~85 km away
- Carbondale26,399 people · ~90 km away
- Sikeston16,436 people · ~91 km away
- Hopkinsville32,205 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paducah?
Paducah has a population of 24,864 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1895 biggest city in United States.
What state is Paducah in?
Paducah is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Paducah the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,032 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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