Dallas Population 2026
Dallas has a population of 1,326,087, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. Roughly 0.4% of United States's population lives here. It is about 6.6× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,326,087
Rank in United States
#9
Coordinates
32.78°N, 96.81°W
~128 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,902 km
1,181 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 |
| Fort Worth | 1,008,106 | #11 |
| Austin | 974,447 | #13 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
| Plano | 283,558 | #72 |
Cities near Dallas
FAQ
What is the population of Dallas?
Dallas has a population of 1,326,087 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in United States.
What state is Dallas in?
Dallas is located in Texas, United States.
Is Dallas the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,902 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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