Pinehurst Population 2026
Pinehurst has a population of 15,752, making it the #2971 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 559× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,752
Rank in United States
#2971
Coordinates
35.20°N, 79.47°W
~160 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
465 km
289 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Pinehurst
- Sanford29,144 people · ~41 km away
- Fort Bragg29,183 people · ~43 km away
- Laurinburg15,507 people · ~47 km away
- Hope Mills16,163 people · ~54 km away
- Fayetteville201,963 people · ~56 km away
- Asheboro26,103 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pinehurst?
Pinehurst has a population of 15,752 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2971 biggest city in United States.
What state is Pinehurst in?
Pinehurst is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Pinehurst the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 465 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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