Fresno Population 2026
Fresno has a population of 19,069, making it the #2505 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 462× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,069
Rank in United States
#2505
Coordinates
29.54°N, 95.45°W
~22 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,981 km
1,230 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 Fresno
- Missouri City74,139 people · ~12 km away
- Pearland108,821 people · ~16 km away
- Sugar Land88,156 people · ~20 km away
- Alvin25,791 people · ~23 km away
- Friendswood38,800 people · ~24 km away
- Houston2,314,157 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fresno?
Fresno has a population of 19,069 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2505 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fresno in?
Fresno is located in Texas, United States.
Is Fresno the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,981 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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