Temple Population 2026
Temple has a population of 72,277, making it the #526 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Texas. It is about 122× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,277
Rank in United States
#526
Coordinates
31.10°N, 97.34°W
~219 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,037 km
1,265 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 Temple
- Belton20,547 people · ~13 km away
- Harker Heights29,142 people · ~30 km away
- Killeen140,806 people · ~37 km away
- Fort Cavazos29,589 people · ~41 km away
- Copperas Cove33,081 people · ~53 km away
- Gatesville15,724 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Temple?
Temple has a population of 72,277 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #526 biggest city in United States.
What state is Temple in?
Temple is located in Texas, United States.
Is Temple the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,037 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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