Shreveport Population 2026
Shreveport has a population of 187,593, making it the #137 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Louisiana. 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)
187,593
Rank in United States
#137
Coordinates
32.53°N, 93.75°W
~44 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,664 km
1,033 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Louisiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 362,701 | #53 |
| Baton Rouge | 227,470 | #102 |
| Metairie | 138,481 | #203 |
| Lafayette | 121,374 | #238 |
| Lake Charles | 76,070 | #488 |
| Bossier City | 68,094 | #566 |
| Kenner | 67,091 | #578 |
| Monroe | 49,598 | #883 |
Cities near Shreveport
- Bossier City68,094 people · ~2 km away
- Marshall23,820 people · ~58 km away
- Longview82,287 people · ~93 km away
- Texarkana37,280 people · ~104 km away
- Ruston22,340 people · ~104 km away
- Natchitoches18,365 people · ~106 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shreveport?
Shreveport has a population of 187,593 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #137 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shreveport in?
Shreveport is located in Louisiana, United States.
Is Shreveport the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,664 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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