Punta Gorda Population 2026
Punta Gorda has a population of 18,150, making it the #2632 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 485× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,150
Rank in United States
#2632
Coordinates
26.93°N, 82.05°W
~1 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,410 km
876 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 Punta Gorda
- Punta Gorda Isles18,306 people · ~4 km away
- Port Charlotte54,392 people · ~7 km away
- North Port62,345 people · ~23 km away
- North Fort Myers39,407 people · ~33 km away
- Fort Myers74,013 people · ~40 km away
- Cape Coral175,229 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda has a population of 18,150 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2632 biggest city in United States.
What state is Punta Gorda in?
Punta Gorda is located in Florida, United States.
Is Punta Gorda the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,410 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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