Canyon Lake Population 2026
Canyon Lake has a population of 21,262, making it the #2233 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 414× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,262
Rank in United States
#2233
Coordinates
29.88°N, 98.26°W
~294 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,183 km
1,356 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 Canyon Lake
- New Braunfels70,543 people · ~23 km away
- San Marcos60,684 people · ~31 km away
- Cibolo33,433 people · ~35 km away
- Live Oak15,346 people · ~35 km away
- Schertz43,091 people · ~36 km away
- Universal City19,986 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Canyon Lake?
Canyon Lake has a population of 21,262 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2233 biggest city in United States.
What state is Canyon Lake in?
Canyon Lake is located in Texas, United States.
Is Canyon Lake the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,183 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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