Lexington-Fayette Population 2026
Lexington-Fayette has a population of 314,488, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
314,488
Rank in United States
#61
Coordinates
38.05°N, 84.46°W
~305 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
653 km
406 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
| Georgetown | 32,356 | #1431 |
Cities near Lexington-Fayette
- Lexington320,347 people · ~7 km away
- Georgetown32,356 people · ~20 km away
- Nicholasville29,754 people · ~21 km away
- Winchester18,446 people · ~25 km away
- Richmond33,533 people · ~37 km away
- Frankfort28,391 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lexington-Fayette?
Lexington-Fayette has a population of 314,488 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lexington-Fayette in?
Lexington-Fayette is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Lexington-Fayette the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 653 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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