Van Buren Population 2026
Van Buren has a population of 23,081, making it the #2058 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. It is about 381× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,081
Rank in United States
#2058
Coordinates
35.44°N, 94.35°W
~126 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,579 km
981 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,591 | #118 |
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| Jonesboro | 73,907 | #515 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
Cities near Van Buren
- Fort Smith88,194 people · ~7 km away
- Fayetteville82,830 people · ~72 km away
- Tahlequah16,598 people · ~77 km away
- Siloam Springs16,081 people · ~85 km away
- Springdale77,859 people · ~86 km away
- Muskogee38,456 people · ~99 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Van Buren?
Van Buren has a population of 23,081 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2058 biggest city in United States.
What state is Van Buren in?
Van Buren is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Van Buren the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,579 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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