Sanford Population 2026
Sanford has a population of 29,144, making it the #1601 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in North Carolina. It is about 302× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,144
Rank in United States
#1601
Coordinates
35.48°N, 79.18°W
~109 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
425 km
264 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Carolina
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 911,311 | #15 |
| Raleigh | 482,295 | #39 |
| Greensboro | 285,342 | #71 |
| Durham | 257,636 | #83 |
| Winston-Salem | 241,218 | #90 |
| Fayetteville | 201,963 | #119 |
| Cary | 159,769 | #166 |
| Wilmington | 115,933 | #255 |
Cities near Sanford
- Holly Springs31,377 people · ~37 km away
- Apex45,585 people · ~41 km away
- Fort Bragg29,183 people · ~41 km away
- Pinehurst15,752 people · ~41 km away
- Carrboro21,156 people · ~49 km away
- Chapel Hill59,568 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sanford?
Sanford has a population of 29,144 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1601 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sanford in?
Sanford is located in North Carolina, United States.
Is Sanford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 425 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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