Friendswood Population 2026
Friendswood has a population of 38,800, making it the #1150 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 227× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,800
Rank in United States
#1150
Coordinates
29.53°N, 95.20°W
~10 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,963 km
1,219 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 Friendswood
FAQ
What is the population of Friendswood?
Friendswood has a population of 38,800 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1150 biggest city in United States.
What state is Friendswood in?
Friendswood is located in Texas, United States.
Is Friendswood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,963 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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