Harker Heights Population 2026
Harker Heights has a population of 29,142, making it the #1602 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 302× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,142
Rank in United States
#1602
Coordinates
31.08°N, 97.66°W
~233 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,063 km
1,281 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 Harker Heights
- Killeen140,806 people · ~7 km away
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~12 km away
- Belton20,547 people · ~19 km away
- Copperas Cove33,081 people · ~24 km away
- Temple72,277 people · ~30 km away
- Gatesville15,724 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Harker Heights?
Harker Heights has a population of 29,142 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1602 biggest city in United States.
What state is Harker Heights in?
Harker Heights is located in Texas, United States.
Is Harker Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,063 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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