Newport News Population 2026
Newport News has a population of 186,247, making it the #140 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
186,247
Rank in United States
#140
Coordinates
36.98°N, 76.43°W
~6 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
219 km
136 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 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
| Hampton | 137,148 | #204 |
Cities near Newport News
- Hampton137,148 people · ~9 km away
- East Hampton147,993 people · ~11 km away
- Portsmouth Heights99,049 people · ~19 km away
- Norfolk238,005 people · ~20 km away
- Portsmouth96,201 people · ~20 km away
- Chesapeake235,429 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newport News?
Newport News has a population of 186,247 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #140 biggest city in United States.
What state is Newport News in?
Newport News is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Newport News the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 219 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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