Paragould Population 2026
Paragould has a population of 27,900, making it the #1681 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. It is about 316× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,900
Rank in United States
#1681
Coordinates
36.06°N, 90.50°W
~92 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,228 km
763 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,591 | #118 |
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| Jonesboro | 73,907 | #515 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
Cities near Paragould
- Jonesboro73,907 people · ~30 km away
- Poplar Bluff17,266 people · ~78 km away
- Dyersburg16,781 people · ~100 km away
- West Memphis25,052 people · ~105 km away
- Memphis633,104 people · ~109 km away
- Bartlett58,579 people · ~110 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paragould?
Paragould has a population of 27,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1681 biggest city in United States.
What state is Paragould in?
Paragould is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Paragould the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,228 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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