Anderson Population 2026
Anderson has a population of 27,335, making it the #1719 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 322× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,335
Rank in United States
#1719
Coordinates
34.50°N, 82.65°W
~240 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
699 km
434 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near Anderson
- Clemson15,446 people · ~26 km away
- Easley20,765 people · ~37 km away
- Mauldin25,135 people · ~44 km away
- Simpsonville20,736 people · ~45 km away
- Greenville64,579 people · ~45 km away
- Greenwood23,260 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Anderson?
Anderson has a population of 27,335 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1719 biggest city in United States.
What state is Anderson in?
Anderson is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Anderson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 699 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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