Gainesville Population 2026
Gainesville has a population of 145,214, making it the #191 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 61× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
145,214
Rank in United States
#191
Coordinates
29.65°N, 82.32°W
~54 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,136 km
705 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 Gainesville
- Ocala58,218 people · ~55 km away
- Marion Oaks19,034 people · ~73 km away
- Oakleaf Plantation20,315 people · ~75 km away
- Lakeside30,943 people · ~76 km away
- Fleming Island27,126 people · ~76 km away
- Fruit Cove29,362 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gainesville?
Gainesville has a population of 145,214 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #191 biggest city in United States.
What state is Gainesville in?
Gainesville is located in Florida, United States.
Is Gainesville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,136 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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