New Braunfels Population 2026
New Braunfels has a population of 70,543, making it the #546 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 125× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,543
Rank in United States
#546
Coordinates
29.70°N, 98.12°W
~192 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,183 km
1,356 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 New Braunfels
- Cibolo33,433 people · ~19 km away
- Seguin27,864 people · ~21 km away
- Schertz43,091 people · ~22 km away
- Canyon Lake21,262 people · ~23 km away
- Universal City19,986 people · ~24 km away
- Live Oak15,346 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of New Braunfels?
New Braunfels has a population of 70,543 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #546 biggest city in United States.
What state is New Braunfels in?
New Braunfels is located in Texas, United States.
Is New Braunfels the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,183 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.
← All biggest cities in United States · United States population by year