Winchester Population 2026
Winchester has a population of 27,284, making it the #1721 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 323× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,284
Rank in United States
#1721
Coordinates
39.19°N, 78.16°W
~216 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
103 km
64 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Winchester
- Front Royal15,070 people · ~30 km away
- Martinsburg17,700 people · ~35 km away
- Leesburg51,209 people · ~52 km away
- Ashburn43,511 people · ~60 km away
- Hagerstown40,432 people · ~63 km away
- South Riding24,256 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Winchester?
Winchester has a population of 27,284 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1721 biggest city in United States.
What state is Winchester in?
Winchester is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Winchester the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 103 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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