Wheeling Population 2026
Wheeling has a population of 27,648, making it the #1700 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in West Virginia. It is about 318× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,648
Rank in United States
#1700
Coordinates
40.06°N, 80.72°W
~203 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
342 km
212 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 |
| Weirton Heights | 19,450 | #2442 |
| Weirton | 19,175 | #2489 |
| Fairmont | 18,733 | #2555 |
| Martinsburg | 17,700 | #2690 |
Cities near Wheeling
- Steubenville18,219 people · ~35 km away
- Weirton19,175 people · ~41 km away
- Weirton Heights19,450 people · ~41 km away
- Bethel Park32,118 people · ~65 km away
- Mount Lebanon32,730 people · ~66 km away
- Pittsburgh304,391 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wheeling?
Wheeling has a population of 27,648 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1700 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wheeling in?
Wheeling is located in West Virginia, United States.
Is Wheeling the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 342 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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