Petersburg Population 2026
Petersburg has a population of 32,477, making it the #1423 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 271× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,477
Rank in United States
#1423
Coordinates
37.23°N, 77.40°W
~22 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
188 km
117 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Petersburg
- Colonial Heights17,820 people · ~4 km away
- Hopewell22,378 people · ~13 km away
- Chester20,987 people · ~15 km away
- Meadowbrook18,312 people · ~25 km away
- Bon Air16,366 people · ~36 km away
- Highland Springs15,711 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Petersburg?
Petersburg has a population of 32,477 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1423 biggest city in United States.
What state is Petersburg in?
Petersburg is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Petersburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 188 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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