Wilson Population 2026
Wilson has a population of 49,643, making it the #882 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 177× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,643
Rank in United States
#882
Coordinates
35.72°N, 77.92°W
~33 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
361 km
224 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 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Wilson
- Rocky Mount55,806 people · ~27 km away
- Goldsboro35,826 people · ~38 km away
- Clayton19,304 people · ~49 km away
- Greenville90,597 people · ~51 km away
- Kinston21,337 people · ~59 km away
- Wake Forest38,199 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wilson?
Wilson has a population of 49,643 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #882 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wilson in?
Wilson is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Wilson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 361 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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