Murray Population 2026
Murray has a population of 18,954, making it the #2526 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 465× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,954
Rank in United States
#2526
Coordinates
36.61°N, 88.31°W
~163 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,023 km
635 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Murray
- Paducah24,864 people · ~58 km away
- Hopkinsville32,205 people · ~79 km away
- Clarksville166,722 people · ~86 km away
- Dickson15,359 people · ~102 km away
- Madisonville19,539 people · ~108 km away
- Dyersburg16,781 people · ~115 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Murray?
Murray has a population of 18,954 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2526 biggest city in United States.
What state is Murray in?
Murray is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Murray the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,023 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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