Lynchburg Population 2026
Lynchburg has a population of 79,812, making it the #460 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 110× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,812
Rank in United States
#460
Coordinates
37.41°N, 79.14°W
~192 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Lynchburg
- West Lynchburg65,517 people · ~3 km away
- Roanoke100,011 people · ~72 km away
- Waynesboro21,491 people · ~76 km away
- Cave Spring24,922 people · ~80 km away
- Salem25,432 people · ~82 km away
- Staunton24,416 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lynchburg?
Lynchburg has a population of 79,812 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #460 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lynchburg in?
Lynchburg is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Lynchburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 247 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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