Pensacola Population 2026
Pensacola has a population of 53,724, making it the #793 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 164× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,724
Rank in United States
#793
Coordinates
30.42°N, 87.22°W
~31 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,323 km
822 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 Pensacola
- East Pensacola Heights54,104 people · ~4 km away
- Brent21,804 people · ~6 km away
- Ferry Pass28,921 people · ~10 km away
- Bellview23,355 people · ~10 km away
- Midway16,115 people · ~20 km away
- Pace20,039 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pensacola?
Pensacola has a population of 53,724 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #793 biggest city in United States.
What state is Pensacola in?
Pensacola is located in Florida, United States.
Is Pensacola the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,323 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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