Kankakee Population 2026
Kankakee has a population of 26,676, making it the #1760 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 330× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,676
Rank in United States
#1760
Coordinates
41.12°N, 87.86°W
~200 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
954 km
592 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Kankakee
- Bradley15,617 people · ~2 km away
- Bourbonnais18,569 people · ~4 km away
- New Lenox25,800 people · ~44 km away
- Joliet147,861 people · ~49 km away
- Schererville28,791 people · ~52 km away
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kankakee?
Kankakee has a population of 26,676 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1760 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kankakee in?
Kankakee is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Kankakee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 954 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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