Kansas City Population 2026
Kansas City has a population of 152,933, making it the #179 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 58× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
152,933
Rank in United States
#179
Coordinates
39.11°N, 94.63°W
~266 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,518 km
943 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
Cities near Kansas City
- Kansas City475,378 people · ~5 km away
- Shawnee65,046 people · ~11 km away
- Gladstone26,861 people · ~12 km away
- Overland Park186,515 people · ~15 km away
- Leawood34,579 people · ~16 km away
- Raytown29,401 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kansas City?
Kansas City has a population of 152,933 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #179 biggest city in United States.
What state is Kansas City in?
Kansas City is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Kansas City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,518 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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