Charlottesville Population 2026
Charlottesville has a population of 46,597, making it the #951 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 189× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,597
Rank in United States
#951
Coordinates
38.03°N, 78.48°W
~142 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
158 km
98 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 Charlottesville
- Waynesboro21,491 people · ~36 km away
- Staunton24,416 people · ~54 km away
- Harrisonburg52,538 people · ~58 km away
- Culpeper17,557 people · ~65 km away
- Short Pump24,729 people · ~87 km away
- Lynchburg79,812 people · ~90 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Charlottesville?
Charlottesville has a population of 46,597 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #951 biggest city in United States.
What state is Charlottesville in?
Charlottesville is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Charlottesville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 158 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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