Wilmington Population 2026
Wilmington has a population of 115,933, making it the #255 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 76× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
115,933
Rank in United States
#255
Coordinates
34.24°N, 77.95°W
~9 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
524 km
325 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| High Point | 110,268 | #279 |
Cities near Wilmington
- Leland17,924 people · ~9 km away
- Jacksonville67,357 people · ~75 km away
- North Myrtle Beach15,579 people · ~82 km away
- Myrtle Beach31,035 people · ~106 km away
- Lumberton21,667 people · ~107 km away
- Conway21,053 people · ~111 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wilmington?
Wilmington has a population of 115,933 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #255 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wilmington in?
Wilmington is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Wilmington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 524 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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