Blacksburg Population 2026
Blacksburg has a population of 44,215, making it the #991 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 199× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,215
Rank in United States
#991
Coordinates
37.23°N, 80.41°W
~633 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
349 km
217 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 Blacksburg
- Christiansburg21,943 people · ~11 km away
- Radford17,403 people · ~18 km away
- Salem25,432 people · ~33 km away
- Cave Spring24,922 people · ~36 km away
- Roanoke100,011 people · ~42 km away
- Beckley17,056 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Blacksburg?
Blacksburg has a population of 44,215 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #991 biggest city in United States.
What state is Blacksburg in?
Blacksburg is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Blacksburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 349 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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