Wichita Population 2026
Wichita has a population of 396,119, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
396,119
Rank in United States
#49
Coordinates
37.69°N, 97.34°W
~396 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,773 km
1,101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
| Lenexa | 52,490 | #819 |
Cities near Wichita
- Derby23,509 people · ~17 km away
- Newton19,216 people · ~39 km away
- Hutchinson41,569 people · ~66 km away
- Ponca City24,758 people · ~112 km away
- Emporia24,649 people · ~128 km away
- Salina47,813 people · ~130 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wichita?
Wichita has a population of 396,119 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wichita in?
Wichita is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Wichita the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,773 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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