Cleveland Population 2026
Cleveland has a population of 43,898, making it the #1001 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 201× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,898
Rank in United States
#1001
Coordinates
35.16°N, 84.88°W
~265 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
810 km
503 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
Cities near Cleveland
- East Brainerd15,114 people · ~31 km away
- East Chattanooga154,024 people · ~35 km away
- East Ridge20,979 people · ~38 km away
- Chattanooga181,099 people · ~41 km away
- Dalton33,853 people · ~44 km away
- Calhoun16,309 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cleveland?
Cleveland has a population of 43,898 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1001 biggest city in United States.
What state is Cleveland in?
Cleveland is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Cleveland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 810 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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