McKinney Population 2026
McKinney has a population of 162,898, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 54× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
162,898
Rank in United States
#164
Coordinates
33.20°N, 96.62°W
~192 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,866 km
1,159 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 McKinney
- Allen98,143 people · ~12 km away
- Frisco154,407 people · ~20 km away
- Celina64,427 people · ~21 km away
- Plano283,558 people · ~21 km away
- The Colony41,779 people · ~28 km away
- Little Elm38,341 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of McKinney?
McKinney has a population of 162,898 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in United States.
What state is McKinney in?
McKinney is located in Texas, United States.
Is McKinney the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,866 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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