Burlington Population 2026
Burlington has a population of 15,926, making it the #2941 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 553× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,926
Rank in United States
#2941
Coordinates
39.03°N, 84.72°W
~256 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
665 km
413 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 Burlington
- Florence32,227 people · ~9 km away
- Erlanger18,797 people · ~11 km away
- Independence26,819 people · ~18 km away
- Covington40,997 people · ~20 km away
- Newport15,354 people · ~21 km away
- Cincinnati311,097 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Burlington?
Burlington has a population of 15,926 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2941 biggest city in United States.
What state is Burlington in?
Burlington is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Burlington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 665 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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