Wildwood Population 2026
Wildwood has a population of 35,899, making it the #1268 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 245× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,899
Rank in United States
#1268
Coordinates
38.58°N, 90.66°W
~230 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,181 km
733 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near Wildwood
- Chesterfield47,864 people · ~12 km away
- Saint Peters52,575 people · ~24 km away
- O'Fallon85,040 people · ~26 km away
- Saint Charles65,794 people · ~27 km away
- Arnold21,357 people · ~30 km away
- Wentzville35,603 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wildwood?
Wildwood has a population of 35,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1268 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wildwood in?
Wildwood is located in Missouri, United States.
Is Wildwood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,181 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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