Monroe Population 2026
Monroe has a population of 34,623, making it the #1318 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 254× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,623
Rank in United States
#1318
Coordinates
34.99°N, 80.55°W
~180 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
535 km
332 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Monroe
FAQ
What is the population of Monroe?
Monroe has a population of 34,623 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1318 biggest city in United States.
What state is Monroe in?
Monroe is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Monroe the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 535 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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