Shawnee Population 2026
Shawnee has a population of 65,046, making it the #608 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 135× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,046
Rank in United States
#608
Coordinates
39.04°N, 94.72°W
~325 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,527 km
948 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 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
| Lenexa | 52,490 | #819 |
Cities near Shawnee
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~8 km away
- Lenexa52,490 people · ~10 km away
- Kansas City152,933 people · ~11 km away
- Leawood34,579 people · ~12 km away
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~14 km away
- Olathe134,305 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shawnee?
Shawnee has a population of 65,046 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #608 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shawnee in?
Shawnee is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Shawnee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,527 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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