Rocky Mount Population 2026
Rocky Mount has a population of 55,806, making it the #752 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 158× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,806
Rank in United States
#752
Coordinates
35.94°N, 77.79°W
~30 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
335 km
208 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 Rocky Mount
- Wilson49,643 people · ~27 km away
- Greenville90,597 people · ~53 km away
- Roanoke Rapids15,345 people · ~59 km away
- Goldsboro35,826 people · ~64 km away
- Wake Forest38,199 people · ~65 km away
- Clayton19,304 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rocky Mount?
Rocky Mount has a population of 55,806 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #752 biggest city in United States.
What state is Rocky Mount in?
Rocky Mount is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Rocky Mount the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 335 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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