Natchez Population 2026
Natchez has a population of 15,128, making it the #3086 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 582× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,128
Rank in United States
#3086
Coordinates
31.56°N, 91.40°W
~66 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,536 km
954 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Natchez
- Vicksburg23,131 people · ~101 km away
- Alexandria47,889 people · ~103 km away
- Zachary16,448 people · ~104 km away
- Central28,295 people · ~117 km away
- Monroe49,598 people · ~125 km away
- Baton Rouge227,470 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Natchez?
Natchez has a population of 15,128 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3086 biggest city in United States.
What state is Natchez in?
Natchez is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Natchez the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,536 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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