Las Vegas Population 2026
Las Vegas has a population of 641,903, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Nevada. Roughly 0.2% of United States's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
641,903
Rank in United States
#27
Coordinates
36.17°N, 115.14°W
~610 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,349 km
2,080 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nevada
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson | 285,667 | #70 |
| Reno | 264,165 | #79 |
| North Las Vegas | 234,807 | #99 |
| Paradise | 223,167 | #104 |
| Sunrise Manor | 189,372 | #135 |
| Spring Valley | 178,395 | #145 |
| Enterprise | 108,481 | #290 |
| Sparks | 96,094 | #344 |
Cities near Las Vegas
- North Las Vegas234,807 people · ~3 km away
- Sunrise Manor189,372 people · ~7 km away
- Paradise223,167 people · ~9 km away
- Spring Valley178,395 people · ~12 km away
- Enterprise108,481 people · ~19 km away
- Henderson285,667 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Las Vegas?
Las Vegas has a population of 641,903 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in United States.
What state is Las Vegas in?
Las Vegas is located in Nevada, United States.
Is Las Vegas the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,349 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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