Winchester Population 2026
Winchester has a population of 18,446, making it the #2586 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 477× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,446
Rank in United States
#2586
Coordinates
37.99°N, 84.18°W
~303 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
630 km
391 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Winchester
- Lexington-Fayette314,488 people · ~25 km away
- Lexington320,347 people · ~26 km away
- Richmond33,533 people · ~29 km away
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~37 km away
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~41 km away
- Danville16,690 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Winchester?
Winchester has a population of 18,446 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2586 biggest city in United States.
What state is Winchester in?
Winchester is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Winchester the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 630 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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