Del Rio Population 2026
Del Rio has a population of 36,153, making it the #1252 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 244× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,153
Rank in United States
#1252
Coordinates
29.36°N, 100.90°W
~295 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,429 km
1,508 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 Del Rio
- Eagle Pass28,765 people · ~82 km away
- Uvalde16,476 people · ~109 km away
- Kerrville23,136 people · ~186 km away
- San Antonio1,526,656 people · ~233 km away
- San Angelo99,893 people · ~238 km away
- Laredo256,153 people · ~247 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Del Rio?
Del Rio has a population of 36,153 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1252 biggest city in United States.
What state is Del Rio in?
Del Rio is located in Texas, United States.
Is Del Rio the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,429 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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