Waco Population 2026
Waco has a population of 132,356, making it the #214 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 67× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,356
Rank in United States
#214
Coordinates
31.55°N, 97.15°W
~143 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,995 km
1,239 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 Waco
- Temple72,277 people · ~54 km away
- Gatesville15,724 people · ~58 km away
- Belton20,547 people · ~63 km away
- Harker Heights29,142 people · ~71 km away
- Killeen140,806 people · ~73 km away
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~75 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waco?
Waco has a population of 132,356 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #214 biggest city in United States.
What state is Waco in?
Waco is located in Texas, United States.
Is Waco the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,995 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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