Statesville Population 2026
Statesville has a population of 26,221, making it the #1794 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 336× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,221
Rank in United States
#1794
Coordinates
35.78°N, 80.89°W
~278 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
485 km
301 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 Statesville
- Mooresville36,009 people · ~23 km away
- Cornelius28,092 people · ~33 km away
- Salisbury34,017 people · ~39 km away
- Kannapolis46,144 people · ~41 km away
- Hickory40,374 people · ~41 km away
- Huntersville52,704 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Statesville?
Statesville has a population of 26,221 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1794 biggest city in United States.
What state is Statesville in?
Statesville is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Statesville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 485 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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