Roanoke Rapids Population 2026
Roanoke Rapids has a population of 15,345, making it the #3040 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 574× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,345
Rank in United States
#3040
Coordinates
36.46°N, 77.65°W
~48 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
276 km
171 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 Roanoke Rapids
- Rocky Mount55,806 people · ~59 km away
- Henderson15,271 people · ~68 km away
- Wilson49,643 people · ~86 km away
- Petersburg32,477 people · ~88 km away
- Colonial Heights17,820 people · ~92 km away
- Wake Forest38,199 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Roanoke Rapids?
Roanoke Rapids has a population of 15,345 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3040 biggest city in United States.
What state is Roanoke Rapids in?
Roanoke Rapids is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Roanoke Rapids the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 276 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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