Waynesboro Population 2026
Waynesboro has a population of 21,491, making it the #2210 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 410× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,491
Rank in United States
#2210
Coordinates
38.07°N, 78.89°W
~392 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
186 km
116 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 Waynesboro
- Staunton24,416 people · ~18 km away
- Charlottesville46,597 people · ~36 km away
- Harrisonburg52,538 people · ~42 km away
- Lynchburg79,812 people · ~76 km away
- West Lynchburg65,517 people · ~78 km away
- Culpeper17,557 people · ~90 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waynesboro?
Waynesboro has a population of 21,491 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2210 biggest city in United States.
What state is Waynesboro in?
Waynesboro is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Waynesboro the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 186 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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