Radford Population 2026
Radford has a population of 17,403, making it the #2725 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 506× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,403
Rank in United States
#2725
Coordinates
37.13°N, 80.58°W
~567 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
367 km
228 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 Radford
- Christiansburg21,943 people · ~15 km away
- Blacksburg44,215 people · ~18 km away
- Salem25,432 people · ~50 km away
- Cave Spring24,922 people · ~51 km away
- Roanoke100,011 people · ~58 km away
- Beckley17,056 people · ~90 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Radford?
Radford has a population of 17,403 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2725 biggest city in United States.
What state is Radford in?
Radford is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Radford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 367 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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