Tupelo Population 2026
Tupelo has a population of 35,680, making it the #1282 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 247× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,680
Rank in United States
#1282
Coordinates
34.26°N, 88.70°W
~85 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,161 km
721 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Tupelo
- Oxford22,314 people · ~76 km away
- Columbus23,168 people · ~89 km away
- Starkville25,366 people · ~90 km away
- Florence40,026 people · ~112 km away
- East Florence35,733 people · ~114 km away
- Collierville48,863 people · ~124 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tupelo?
Tupelo has a population of 35,680 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1282 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tupelo in?
Tupelo is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Tupelo the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,161 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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