Weirton Heights Population 2026
Weirton Heights has a population of 19,450, making it the #2442 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in West Virginia. It is about 453× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,450
Rank in United States
#2442
Coordinates
40.41°N, 80.54°W
~365 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
344 km
214 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | 48,638 | #906 |
| Charleston | 46,838 | #943 |
| Parkersburg | 30,991 | #1482 |
| Morgantown | 30,708 | #1507 |
| Wheeling | 27,648 | #1700 |
| Weirton | 19,175 | #2489 |
| Fairmont | 18,733 | #2555 |
| Martinsburg | 17,700 | #2690 |
Cities near Weirton Heights
- Weirton19,175 people · ~4 km away
- Steubenville18,219 people · ~9 km away
- Wheeling27,648 people · ~41 km away
- Mount Lebanon32,730 people · ~42 km away
- Bethel Park32,118 people · ~43 km away
- Pittsburgh304,391 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Weirton Heights?
Weirton Heights has a population of 19,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2442 biggest city in United States.
What state is Weirton Heights in?
Weirton Heights is located in West Virginia, United States.
Is Weirton Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 344 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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