Midland Population 2026
Midland has a population of 132,524, making it the #213 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 66× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,524
Rank in United States
#213
Coordinates
32.00°N, 102.08°W
~848 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,385 km
1,481 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 Midland
- Odessa114,428 people · ~32 km away
- West Odessa22,707 people · ~43 km away
- Big Spring28,862 people · ~63 km away
- Hobbs38,416 people · ~127 km away
- San Angelo99,893 people · ~166 km away
- Lubbock249,042 people · ~177 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Midland?
Midland has a population of 132,524 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #213 biggest city in United States.
What state is Midland in?
Midland is located in Texas, United States.
Is Midland the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,385 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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