Roanoke Population 2026
Roanoke has a population of 100,011, making it the #323 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 88× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,011
Rank in United States
#323
Coordinates
37.27°N, 79.94°W
~285 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
312 km
194 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 Roanoke
- Cave Spring24,922 people · ~8 km away
- Salem25,432 people · ~10 km away
- Blacksburg44,215 people · ~42 km away
- Christiansburg21,943 people · ~44 km away
- Radford17,403 people · ~58 km away
- West Lynchburg65,517 people · ~69 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Roanoke?
Roanoke has a population of 100,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #323 biggest city in United States.
What state is Roanoke in?
Roanoke is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Roanoke the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 312 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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