Parkersburg Population 2026
Parkersburg has a population of 30,991, making it the #1482 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in West Virginia. It is about 284× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,991
Rank in United States
#1482
Coordinates
39.27°N, 81.56°W
~187 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
393 km
244 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | 48,638 | #906 |
| Charleston | 46,838 | #943 |
| Morgantown | 30,708 | #1507 |
| Wheeling | 27,648 | #1700 |
| Weirton Heights | 19,450 | #2442 |
| Weirton | 19,175 | #2489 |
| Fairmont | 18,733 | #2555 |
| Martinsburg | 17,700 | #2690 |
Cities near Parkersburg
- Athens25,044 people · ~47 km away
- Zanesville25,498 people · ~84 km away
- Charleston46,838 people · ~102 km away
- Lancaster39,766 people · ~102 km away
- Clarksburg16,152 people · ~105 km away
- Newark47,986 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parkersburg?
Parkersburg has a population of 30,991 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1482 biggest city in United States.
What state is Parkersburg in?
Parkersburg is located in West Virginia, United States.
Is Parkersburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 393 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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