Belton Population 2026
Belton has a population of 20,547, making it the #2317 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 428× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,547
Rank in United States
#2317
Coordinates
31.06°N, 97.46°W
~155 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,049 km
1,272 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 Belton
- Temple72,277 people · ~13 km away
- Harker Heights29,142 people · ~19 km away
- Killeen140,806 people · ~26 km away
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~31 km away
- Copperas Cove33,081 people · ~42 km away
- Gatesville15,724 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Belton?
Belton has a population of 20,547 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2317 biggest city in United States.
What state is Belton in?
Belton is located in Texas, United States.
Is Belton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,049 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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