Henderson Population 2026
Henderson has a population of 15,271, making it the #3054 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 577× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,271
Rank in United States
#3054
Coordinates
36.33°N, 78.40°W
~154 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
309 km
192 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Henderson
- Wake Forest38,199 people · ~40 km away
- Durham257,636 people · ~58 km away
- Raleigh482,295 people · ~66 km away
- Roanoke Rapids15,345 people · ~68 km away
- Cary159,769 people · ~69 km away
- Rocky Mount55,806 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Henderson?
Henderson has a population of 15,271 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3054 biggest city in United States.
What state is Henderson in?
Henderson is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Henderson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 309 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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