Fort Worth Population 2026
Fort Worth has a population of 1,008,106, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. Roughly 0.3% of United States's population lives here. It is about 8.7× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,008,106
Rank in United States
#11
Coordinates
32.73°N, 97.32°W
~199 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,948 km
1,210 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 |
| Austin | 974,447 | #13 |
| El Paso | 678,815 | #23 |
| Arlington | 388,125 | #50 |
| Corpus Christi | 316,239 | #60 |
| Plano | 283,558 | #72 |
Cities near Fort Worth
- North Richland Hills69,204 people · ~15 km away
- Arlington388,125 people · ~20 km away
- Burleson43,625 people · ~20 km away
- Mansfield64,274 people · ~25 km away
- Euless54,219 people · ~26 km away
- Grand Prairie187,809 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Worth?
Fort Worth has a population of 1,008,106 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Worth in?
Fort Worth is located in Texas, United States.
Is Fort Worth the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,948 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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