Clearwater Population 2026
Clearwater has a population of 117,292, making it the #248 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 75× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
117,292
Rank in United States
#248
Coordinates
27.97°N, 82.80°W
~9 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,327 km
824 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Florida
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 1,009,833 | #10 |
| Miami | 487,014 | #37 |
| Tampa | 414,547 | #46 |
| Orlando | 334,854 | #57 |
| St. Petersburg | 257,083 | #84 |
| Hialeah | 237,069 | #93 |
| Tallahassee | 201,731 | #121 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 183,146 | #142 |
Cities near Clearwater
- Largo81,000 people · ~6 km away
- Palm Harbor57,439 people · ~13 km away
- Pinellas Park51,617 people · ~17 km away
- Town 'n' Country78,442 people · ~22 km away
- St. Petersburg257,083 people · ~25 km away
- Holiday22,403 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Clearwater?
Clearwater has a population of 117,292 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #248 biggest city in United States.
What state is Clearwater in?
Clearwater is located in Florida, United States.
Is Clearwater the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,327 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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