Killeen Population 2026
Killeen has a population of 140,806, making it the #200 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 63× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,806
Rank in United States
#200
Coordinates
31.12°N, 97.73°W
~252 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,067 km
1,284 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 Killeen
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~5 km away
- Harker Heights29,142 people · ~7 km away
- Copperas Cove33,081 people · ~17 km away
- Belton20,547 people · ~26 km away
- Gatesville15,724 people · ~35 km away
- Temple72,277 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Killeen?
Killeen has a population of 140,806 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #200 biggest city in United States.
What state is Killeen in?
Killeen is located in Texas, United States.
Is Killeen the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,067 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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