San Marcos Population 2026
San Marcos has a population of 60,684, making it the #667 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 145× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,684
Rank in United States
#667
Coordinates
29.88°N, 97.94°W
~188 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,157 km
1,339 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 San Marcos
- Kyle35,733 people · ~13 km away
- New Braunfels70,543 people · ~27 km away
- Canyon Lake21,262 people · ~31 km away
- Seguin27,864 people · ~35 km away
- Cibolo33,433 people · ~45 km away
- Austin974,447 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 60,684 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #667 biggest city in United States.
What state is San Marcos in?
San Marcos is located in Texas, United States.
Is San Marcos the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,157 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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