Leander Population 2026
Leander has a population of 59,202, making it the #697 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 149× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,202
Rank in United States
#697
Coordinates
30.58°N, 97.85°W
~298 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,108 km
1,309 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 Leander
- Cedar Park65,945 people · ~9 km away
- Georgetown63,716 people · ~18 km away
- Round Rock115,997 people · ~18 km away
- Pflugerville57,122 people · ~27 km away
- Hutto22,722 people · ~30 km away
- Austin974,447 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leander?
Leander has a population of 59,202 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #697 biggest city in United States.
What state is Leander in?
Leander is located in Texas, United States.
Is Leander the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,108 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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