Shelbyville Population 2026
Shelbyville has a population of 15,253, making it the #3059 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 577× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,253
Rank in United States
#3059
Coordinates
38.21°N, 85.22°W
~232 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
716 km
445 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Shelbyville
- Jeffersontown26,946 people · ~30 km away
- Frankfort28,391 people · ~31 km away
- Fern Creek18,409 people · ~32 km away
- Newburg19,967 people · ~39 km away
- Jeffersonville46,960 people · ~45 km away
- Louisville624,444 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shelbyville?
Shelbyville has a population of 15,253 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3059 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shelbyville in?
Shelbyville is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Shelbyville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 716 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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