Raytown Population 2026
Raytown has a population of 29,401, making it the #1583 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 299× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,401
Rank in United States
#1583
Coordinates
39.01°N, 94.46°W
~310 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,505 km
935 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 Raytown
- Independence117,255 people · ~10 km away
- Lee's Summit95,094 people · ~13 km away
- Leawood34,579 people · ~14 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~14 km away
- Blue Springs54,148 people · ~16 km away
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Raytown?
Raytown has a population of 29,401 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1583 biggest city in United States.
What state is Raytown in?
Raytown is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Raytown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,505 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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