Lexington Population 2026
Lexington has a population of 20,138, making it the #2359 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in South Carolina. It is about 437× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,138
Rank in United States
#2359
Coordinates
33.98°N, 81.24°W
~120 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
663 km
412 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 142,416 | #196 |
| Charleston | 132,609 | #212 |
| North Charleston | 108,304 | #291 |
| Mount Pleasant | 81,317 | #446 |
| Rock Hill | 71,548 | #534 |
| Greenville | 64,579 | #616 |
| Summerville | 48,848 | #901 |
| Sumter | 40,816 | #1089 |
Cities near Lexington
- Seven Oaks15,144 people · ~11 km away
- Saint Andrews21,151 people · ~14 km away
- West Columbia16,060 people · ~15 km away
- Columbia142,416 people · ~19 km away
- Aiken30,604 people · ~65 km away
- Sumter40,816 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lexington?
Lexington has a population of 20,138 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2359 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lexington in?
Lexington is located in South Carolina, United States.
Is Lexington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 663 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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