University City Population 2026
University City has a population of 35,058, making it the #1303 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Missouri. It is about 251× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,058
Rank in United States
#1303
Coordinates
38.66°N, 90.31°W
~161 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,150 km
714 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Missouri
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 475,378 | #40 |
| St. Louis | 279,695 | #75 |
| Springfield | 170,188 | #157 |
| Columbia | 129,330 | #223 |
| Independence | 117,255 | #249 |
| Lee's Summit | 95,094 | #349 |
| O'Fallon | 85,040 | #420 |
| Saint Joseph | 76,780 | #481 |
Cities near University City
- St. Louis279,695 people · ~10 km away
- East Saint Louis27,006 people · ~14 km away
- Granite City29,054 people · ~15 km away
- Florissant52,268 people · ~15 km away
- Saint Charles65,794 people · ~21 km away
- Oakville36,143 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of University City?
University City has a population of 35,058 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1303 biggest city in United States.
What state is University City in?
University City is located in Missouri, United States.
Is University City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,150 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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