Austin Population 2026
Austin has a population of 974,447, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. Roughly 0.3% of United States's population lives here. It is about 9.0× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
974,447
Rank in United States
#13
Coordinates
30.27°N, 97.74°W
~149 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,118 km
1,315 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 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
| Plano | 283,558 | #72 |
Cities near Austin
- Pflugerville57,122 people · ~22 km away
- Cedar Park65,945 people · ~27 km away
- Round Rock115,997 people · ~28 km away
- Kyle35,733 people · ~34 km away
- Hutto22,722 people · ~36 km away
- Leander59,202 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Austin?
Austin has a population of 974,447 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in United States.
What state is Austin in?
Austin is located in Texas, United States.
Is Austin the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,118 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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