West Columbia Population 2026
West Columbia has a population of 16,060, making it the #2915 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 548× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,060
Rank in United States
#2915
Coordinates
33.99°N, 81.07°W
~87 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
654 km
406 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near West Columbia
- Columbia142,416 people · ~4 km away
- Saint Andrews21,151 people · ~6 km away
- Seven Oaks15,144 people · ~9 km away
- Lexington20,138 people · ~15 km away
- Sumter40,816 people · ~68 km away
- Aiken30,604 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Columbia?
West Columbia has a population of 16,060 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2915 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Columbia in?
West Columbia is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is West Columbia the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 654 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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