Fort Walton Beach Population 2026
Fort Walton Beach has a population of 21,817, making it the #2183 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 404× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,817
Rank in United States
#2183
Coordinates
30.42°N, 86.62°W
~2 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,285 km
798 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 Fort Walton Beach
- Wright23,127 people · ~4 km away
- Navarre31,378 people · ~24 km away
- Midway16,115 people · ~37 km away
- Santa Rosa Beach32,459 people · ~37 km away
- Crestview23,270 people · ~38 km away
- East Pensacola Heights54,104 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Walton Beach?
Fort Walton Beach has a population of 21,817 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2183 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Walton Beach in?
Fort Walton Beach is located in Florida, United States.
Is Fort Walton Beach the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,285 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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