Clarksville Population 2026
Clarksville has a population of 21,866, making it the #2180 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 403× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,866
Rank in United States
#2180
Coordinates
38.30°N, 85.76°W
~139 m elevation · America/Kentucky/Louisville
Distance to capital (Washington)
761 km
473 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | 887,642 | #16 |
| Fort Wayne | 260,326 | #81 |
| Evansville | 119,943 | #245 |
| South Bend | 101,516 | #317 |
| Carmel | 88,713 | #383 |
| Bloomington | 84,067 | #427 |
| Hammond | 77,614 | #474 |
| Gary | 77,156 | #476 |
Cities near Clarksville
- Jeffersonville46,960 people · ~3 km away
- Louisville624,444 people · ~5 km away
- New Albany36,732 people · ~6 km away
- Newburg19,967 people · ~18 km away
- Jeffersontown26,946 people · ~21 km away
- Fern Creek18,409 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Clarksville?
Clarksville has a population of 21,866 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2180 biggest city in United States.
What state is Clarksville in?
Clarksville is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Clarksville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 761 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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