Richmond Population 2026
Richmond has a population of 33,533, making it the #1369 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 263× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,533
Rank in United States
#1369
Coordinates
37.75°N, 84.29°W
~289 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
646 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Georgetown | 32,356 | #1431 |
Cities near Richmond
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~29 km away
- Winchester18,446 people · ~29 km away
- Lexington320,347 people · ~31 km away
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~37 km away
- Danville16,690 people · ~44 km away
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Richmond?
Richmond has a population of 33,533 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1369 biggest city in United States.
What state is Richmond in?
Richmond is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Richmond the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 646 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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