Most Populous Us State Capital Statistics

In this post, we explore the population dynamics of United States state capitals, highlighting key statistics such as the size and growth rates of various cities. From the bustling metropolis of Phoenix, Arizona to the more modest capitals like Lincoln, Nebraska, each city plays a unique role in shaping its state’s demographic landscape. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of state capital populations and uncover surprising insights along the way.

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"As of 2019, Phoenix, Arizona is the most populous state capital in the United States with a population of approximately 1,680,992 people."

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"Phoenix is larger than any state capital and even larger than some countries."

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"Arizona’s capital city population accounts for about 23.2% of the entire state's population."

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"Austin, Texas, the second most populous state capital, is home to around 950,715 people."

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"Phoenix, the most populous state capital, has seen a population growth of nearly 17.6% from 2020."

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"Indiana's capital, Indianapolis, is the third largest state capital in the U.S. with a population of 876,384."

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"Phoenix, Arizona has more than twice the population of Santa Fe, New Mexico, the least populous state capital in the U.S."

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"Columbus, Ohio is the fourth most populous state capital in the country with a population of around 898,553."

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"Honolulu and Jackson are among the state capitals with a population less than 500,000."

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"Austin is the fastest growing large state capital in the U.S, with a growth rate of 22.5% between 2010 and 2020."

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"The most populated capital city, Phoenix, also covers the most land area among U.S state capitals."

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"Lincoln, considered one of the medium populated capitals, has a population close to 290,000."

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"Despite being the state with the highest population, California's capital Sacramento is not included in the list of the five most populous capital cities."

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"Denver, Colorado's state capital, has a population of over 700,000, making it one of the 10 most populous U.S. state capitals."

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"More than half of Nevada's residents live in the capital city of Carson City."

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"Baton Rouge, Louisiana's state capital, has a population of over 220,000."

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"Despite being the capital of New York, Albany is not considered one of the most populous state capitals with a population of approximately 97,000."

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"The capital of Illinois, Springfield, is one of the least populous state capitals with a population just over 115,000."

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"Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, is home to more than 190,000 residents."

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"The sixth most populous U.S. state capital, Boston, has a population of approximately 700,000."

The statistics on U.S. state capitals reveal a diverse landscape of population sizes and growth rates. Phoenix, Arizona stands out as the most populous state capital, surpassing even some countries in population size. Its significant growth rate of nearly 17.6% emphasizes its appeal as a major metropolitan area. On the other end of the spectrum, Albany, New York and Springfield, Illinois demonstrate lower population figures compared to other state capitals. Overall, these statistics highlight the varying demographics and dynamics characterizing state capitals across the United States.