Bay City Population 2026
Bay City has a population of 17,598, making it the #2703 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 500× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,598
Rank in United States
#2703
Coordinates
28.98°N, 95.97°W
~16 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,059 km
1,279 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Texas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,314,157 | #4 |
| San Antonio | 1,526,656 | #7 |
| Dallas | 1,326,087 | #9 |
| Fort Worth | 1,008,106 | #11 |
| Austin | 974,447 | #13 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
Cities near Bay City
- Lake Jackson27,533 people · ~52 km away
- Angleton19,429 people · ~56 km away
- Rosenberg35,510 people · ~66 km away
- Sugar Land88,156 people · ~78 km away
- Fresno19,069 people · ~80 km away
- Missouri City74,139 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bay City?
Bay City has a population of 17,598 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2703 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bay City in?
Bay City is located in Texas, United States.
Is Bay City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,059 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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