Sulphur Population 2026
Sulphur has a population of 20,189, making it the #2351 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Louisiana. It is about 436× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,189
Rank in United States
#2351
Coordinates
30.24°N, 93.38°W
~5 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,775 km
1,102 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Louisiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 362,701 | #53 |
| Baton Rouge | 227,470 | #102 |
| Shreveport | 187,593 | #137 |
| Metairie | 138,481 | #203 |
| Lafayette | 121,374 | #238 |
| Lake Charles | 76,070 | #488 |
| Bossier City | 68,094 | #566 |
| Kenner | 67,091 | #578 |
Cities near Sulphur
- Lake Charles76,070 people · ~17 km away
- Orange19,347 people · ~38 km away
- Groves15,750 people · ~61 km away
- Nederland17,196 people · ~66 km away
- Port Arthur55,340 people · ~67 km away
- Beaumont115,282 people · ~72 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sulphur?
Sulphur has a population of 20,189 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2351 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sulphur in?
Sulphur is located in Louisiana, United States.
Is Sulphur the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,775 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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