Winston-Salem Population 2026
Winston-Salem has a population of 241,218, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
241,218
Rank in United States
#90
Coordinates
36.10°N, 80.24°W
~293 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
420 km
261 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 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
| High Point | 110,268 | #279 |
Cities near Winston-Salem
- Clemmons19,844 people · ~15 km away
- Kernersville23,811 people · ~15 km away
- High Point110,268 people · ~27 km away
- Thomasville27,061 people · ~28 km away
- Lexington19,326 people · ~31 km away
- Greensboro285,342 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Winston-Salem?
Winston-Salem has a population of 241,218 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in United States.
What state is Winston-Salem in?
Winston-Salem is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Winston-Salem the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 420 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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