Greenville Population 2026
Greenville has a population of 32,156, making it the #1442 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 274× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,156
Rank in United States
#1442
Coordinates
33.41°N, 91.06°W
~40 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,397 km
868 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Greenville
- Greenwood15,431 people · ~83 km away
- Clarksdale16,847 people · ~99 km away
- Vicksburg23,131 people · ~119 km away
- Pine Bluff44,772 people · ~126 km away
- Madison25,799 people · ~137 km away
- Clinton25,254 people · ~137 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Greenville?
Greenville has a population of 32,156 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1442 biggest city in United States.
What state is Greenville in?
Greenville is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Greenville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,397 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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