Sedalia Population 2026
Sedalia has a population of 21,516, making it the #2206 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 409× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,516
Rank in United States
#2206
Coordinates
38.70°N, 93.23°W
~277 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,401 km
870 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 Sedalia
- Warrensburg19,927 people · ~45 km away
- Columbia129,330 people · ~82 km away
- Jefferson City42,595 people · ~93 km away
- Blue Springs54,148 people · ~98 km away
- Lee's Summit95,094 people · ~103 km away
- Raymore20,374 people · ~107 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sedalia?
Sedalia has a population of 21,516 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2206 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sedalia in?
Sedalia is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Sedalia the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,401 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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