Staunton Population 2026
Staunton has a population of 24,416, making it the #1937 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 361× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,416
Rank in United States
#1937
Coordinates
38.15°N, 79.07°W
~432 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
196 km
122 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 Staunton
- Waynesboro21,491 people · ~18 km away
- Harrisonburg52,538 people · ~38 km away
- Charlottesville46,597 people · ~54 km away
- Lynchburg79,812 people · ~82 km away
- West Lynchburg65,517 people · ~84 km away
- Culpeper17,557 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Staunton?
Staunton has a population of 24,416 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1937 biggest city in United States.
What state is Staunton in?
Staunton is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Staunton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 196 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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