Fayetteville Population 2026
Fayetteville has a population of 16,990, making it the #2771 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 518× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,990
Rank in United States
#2771
Coordinates
33.45°N, 84.45°W
~286 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
900 km
559 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near Fayetteville
- Peachtree City35,240 people · ~14 km away
- Riverdale15,989 people · ~14 km away
- Forest Park19,383 people · ~21 km away
- Stockbridge28,202 people · ~23 km away
- South Fulton107,436 people · ~26 km away
- McDonough23,417 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fayetteville?
Fayetteville has a population of 16,990 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2771 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fayetteville in?
Fayetteville is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Fayetteville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 900 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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