Gatesville Population 2026
Gatesville has a population of 15,724, making it the #2977 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 560× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,724
Rank in United States
#2977
Coordinates
31.44°N, 97.74°W
~246 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,051 km
1,274 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 Gatesville
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~34 km away
- Killeen140,806 people · ~35 km away
- Copperas Cove33,081 people · ~38 km away
- Harker Heights29,142 people · ~40 km away
- Belton20,547 people · ~50 km away
- Temple72,277 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gatesville?
Gatesville has a population of 15,724 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2977 biggest city in United States.
What state is Gatesville in?
Gatesville is located in Texas, United States.
Is Gatesville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,051 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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