Wisconsin Rapids Population 2026
Wisconsin Rapids has a population of 17,897, making it the #2663 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 492× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,897
Rank in United States
#2663
Coordinates
44.38°N, 89.82°W
~313 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,223 km
759 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Wisconsin Rapids
- Stevens Point26,604 people · ~25 km away
- Marshfield18,620 people · ~42 km away
- Weston15,069 people · ~60 km away
- Wausau39,094 people · ~66 km away
- Oshkosh66,555 people · ~109 km away
- Neenah25,792 people · ~110 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wisconsin Rapids?
Wisconsin Rapids has a population of 17,897 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2663 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wisconsin Rapids in?
Wisconsin Rapids is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Wisconsin Rapids the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,223 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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