Salina Population 2026
Salina has a population of 47,813, making it the #923 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 184× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,813
Rank in United States
#923
Coordinates
38.84°N, 97.61°W
~373 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,778 km
1,104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
Cities near Salina
- Junction City24,621 people · ~71 km away
- Hutchinson41,569 people · ~91 km away
- Newton19,216 people · ~91 km away
- Manhattan56,308 people · ~98 km away
- Great Bend15,717 people · ~113 km away
- Wichita396,119 people · ~130 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Salina?
Salina has a population of 47,813 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #923 biggest city in United States.
What state is Salina in?
Salina is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Salina the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,778 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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