Poplar Bluff Population 2026
Poplar Bluff has a population of 17,266, making it the #2743 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 510× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,266
Rank in United States
#2743
Coordinates
36.76°N, 90.39°W
~110 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,196 km
743 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near Poplar Bluff
- Sikeston16,436 people · ~73 km away
- Paragould27,900 people · ~78 km away
- Cape Girardeau39,462 people · ~99 km away
- Jonesboro73,907 people · ~105 km away
- Farmington18,181 people · ~114 km away
- Dyersburg16,781 people · ~121 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Poplar Bluff?
Poplar Bluff has a population of 17,266 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2743 biggest city in United States.
What state is Poplar Bluff in?
Poplar Bluff is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Poplar Bluff the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,196 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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