Ocala Population 2026
Ocala has a population of 58,218, making it the #719 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 151× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,218
Rank in United States
#719
Coordinates
29.19°N, 82.14°W
~21 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,177 km
731 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 Ocala
- Marion Oaks19,034 people · ~20 km away
- The Villages51,442 people · ~33 km away
- Leesburg21,993 people · ~49 km away
- Gainesville145,214 people · ~55 km away
- Eustis19,986 people · ~58 km away
- Tavares15,430 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ocala?
Ocala has a population of 58,218 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #719 biggest city in United States.
What state is Ocala in?
Ocala is located in Florida, United States.
Is Ocala the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,177 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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