Harlingen Population 2026
Harlingen has a population of 65,774, making it the #599 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 134× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,774
Rank in United States
#599
Coordinates
26.19°N, 97.70°W
~12 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,387 km
1,482 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 Harlingen
- San Benito24,496 people · ~9 km away
- Weslaco39,474 people · ~30 km away
- Brownsville186,738 people · ~38 km away
- Edinburg84,497 people · ~48 km away
- Pharr76,538 people · ~49 km away
- McAllen140,269 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Harlingen?
Harlingen has a population of 65,774 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #599 biggest city in United States.
What state is Harlingen in?
Harlingen is located in Texas, United States.
Is Harlingen the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,387 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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